JVC Dvp3a Manual

ENGLISH
CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC
DEMONSTRATION 8
GETTING STARTED 9 – 18
VIDEO RECORDING &

DIGITAL VIDEO CAMERA PLAYBACK 19 – 26
VIDEO RECORDING ............. 20 – 22
GR-DVP3 VIDEO PLAYBACK ............... 23 – 26
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)

RECORDING &
PLAYBACK 27 – 38
Please visit our Homepage on the World Wide D.S.C. RECORDING .............. 28 – 29
Web and answer our Consumer Survey D.S.C. PLAYBACK ................ 30 – 38
(in English only):
ADVANCED
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/index-e.html FEATURES 39 – 75
USING MENUS FOR
DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ...... 40 – 46
FOR RECORDING ................ 47 – 57
DUBBING ......................... 58 – 61
USING THE REMOTE
CONTROL UNIT ................ 62 – 73
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........ 74 – 75
REFERENCES 76 – 99
DETAILS ................................... 77
TROUBLESHOOTING ............ 78 – 83
USER MAINTENANCE ................... 84
INDEX ............................. 85 – 92
CAUTIONS ........................ 93 – 95
TERMS ............................ 96 – 97
INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFICATIONS ................. 98 – 99
For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which is located on the
bottom of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
LYT0795-001B EN
2 EN
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this digital video camera. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions
contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product.
Using This Instruction Manual

• All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on the cover page.
• Notes appear after most subsections. Be sure to read these as well.
• Basic and advanced features/operation are separated for easier reference.
It is recommended that you . . .
..... refer to the Index (墌 pgs. 85 – 92) and familiarize yourself with button locations, etc. before use.
..... read thoroughly the Safety Precautions and Safety Instructions that follow. They contain extremely important
information regarding the safe use of this product.
You are recommended to carefully read the cautions on pages 93 through 95 before use.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION NOTES:
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK ● The rating plate (serial number plate) and safety
DO NOT OPEN
caution are on the bottom and/or the back of the
main unit.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
● The rating plate (serial number plate) of the AC
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. Power Adapter/Charger is on its bottom.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an CAUTIONS:

equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the ● This camcorder is designed to be used with NTSC-
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
type color television signals. It cannot be used for
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. playback with a television of a different standard.
However, live recording and LCD monitor/
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is viewfinder playback are possible anywhere.
intended to alert the user to the presence of important ● Use the JVC BN-V107U/V114U battery packs
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in and, to recharge them or to supply power to the
the literature accompanying the appliance.
camcorder from an AC outlet, use the provided
multi-voltage AC Power Adapter/Charger. (An
appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary
to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in
The AA-V100U AC Power Adapter/Charger should different countries.)
be used with:
AC 120 V`, 60 Hz in the USA and Canada,
AC 110 V – 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz in other countries.
Caution: (applies to Docking Station)
CAUTION (applies to the AA-V100U) To reduce the risk of fire, do not remove
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE cover. No user-serviceable parts inside.
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Refer servicing to qualified service person.
ATTENTION (s’applique à l’AA-V100U)
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE
LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
EN 3
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to
allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-15/16") or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
Do not block the ventilation holes.
(If the ventilation holes are blocked by a newspaper, or cloth etc. the heat may not be able to get out.)
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the
disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing.
Do not use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water.
Also do not place any containers filled with water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted
plants, cups etc.) on top of this unit.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
Do not point the lens or the viewfinder directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the
malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock.
CAUTION!
The following notes concern possible physical damage to the camcorder and to the user.
When carrying, be sure to always securely attach and use the provided strap. Carrying or holding the
camcorder by the viewfinder and/or the LCD monitor can result in dropping the unit, or in a malfunction.
Take care not to get your finger caught in the cassette holder cover. Do not let children operate the camcorder, as
they are particularly susceptible to this type of injury.
Do not use a tripod on unsteady or unlevel surfaces. It could tip over, causing serious damage to the camcorder.
CAUTION!
Attaching the camcorder to the Docking Station with cables (S-Video, Editing, etc.) connected, then leaving it on
top of the TV is not recommended, as tripping on the cables will cause the camcorder to fall, resulting in damage.
Attach only the optional JVC VL-V3U Video Light, VL-F3U Video Flash or MZ-V3U Stereo Zoom Micro-
phone to the camcorder’s Info-Shoe.
䡲 This camcorder is designed exclusively for the digital video cassette, SD Memory Card and
MultiMediaCard. Only cassettes marked “ ” and memory cards marked “ ” or
“ ” can be used with this unit.
Before recording an important scene . . .

.... make sure you only use cassettes with the Mini DV mark .
.... make sure you only use memory cards with the mark or .
.... remember that this camcorder is not compatible with other digital video formats.
.... remember that this camcorder is intended for private consumer use only. Any commercial
use without proper permission is prohibited. (Even if you record an event such as a show,
performance or exhibition for personal enjoyment, it is strongly recommended that you
obtain permission beforehand.)
4 EN
IMPORTANT PRODUCT 5. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product

and to protect it from overheating, these openings must
not be blocked or covered.
Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. • Do not block the openings by placing the product on a
But improper use can result in potential electrical bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
shock or fire hazards. This product has been • Do not place the product in a built-in installation such
engineered and manufactured to assure your as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is
personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been
adhered to.
safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its
installation, use and servicing. 6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only
ATTENTION: as recommended by the manufacturer.
Follow and obey all warnings and instructions
marked on your product and its operating instruc-
tions. For your safety, please read all the safety and ANTENNA INSTALLATION
operating instructions before you operate this
product and keep this manual for future reference.
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
INSTALLATION product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
1. Grounding or Polarization voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade information with regard to proper grounding of the mast
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your for the grounding electrode.
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of 2. Lightning
the polarized plug.
For added protection for this product during a lightning
(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (ground- periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
ing) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
power outlet. This is a safety feature. prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, power-line surges.
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the 3. Power Lines
grounding-type plug. An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
2. Power Sources power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
Operate your product only from the type of power or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult such power lines or circuits as contact with them might
your product dealer or local power company. If your be fatal.
product is intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
3. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
ANTENNA
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire LEAD IN WIRE
or electric shock.
4. Power Cord Protection GROUND CLAMP
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are ANTENNA
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION
upon or against them, paying particular attention to ELECTRIC SERVICE 810-20)
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point EQUIPMENT
where they exit from the product. GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
EN 5
USE SERVICING
1. Accessories 1. Servicing
To avoid personal injury: If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a
•Do not place this product on an unstable cart, marked change in performance and you are unable
stand, tripod, bracket or table. It may fall, causing to restore normal operation by following the detailed
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious procedure in its operating instructions, do not
damage to the product. attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing
•Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
product. personnel.
•Use a mounting accessory recommended by the 2. Damage Requiring Service
manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
instructions for any mounting of the product. servicing to qualified service personnel under the
•Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across following conditions:
thresholds or deep-pile carpets. a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
2. Product and Cart PORTABLE CART WARNING b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
(Symbol provided by RETAC)
Combination into the product.
A product and cart c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
combination should be d. If the product does not operate normally by
moved with care. Quick following the operating instructions. Adjust only
stops, excessive force, and those controls that are covered by the operating
uneven surfaces may cause instructions as an improper adjustment of other
the product and cart controls may result in damage and will often
combination to overturn. require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation.
3. Water and Moisture e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in
Do not use this product near water—for example,
any way.
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and
performance—this indicates a need for service.
the like.
3. Replacement Parts
4. Object and Liquid Entry When replacement parts are required, be sure the
Never push objects of any kind into this product
service technician has used replacement parts
through openings as they may touch dangerous
specified by the manufacturer or have the same
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a
characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other
on the product.
hazards.
5. Attachments 4. Safety Check
Do not use attachments not recommended by the
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
manufacturer of this product as they may cause
product, ask the service technician to perform safety
hazards.
checks to determine that the product is in safe
6. Cleaning operating condition.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
7. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
6 EN
PROVIDED ACCESSORIES
• Docking Station • AC Power Adapter/Charger • Battery Pack

CU-V507U AA-V100U BN-V107U
• Remote Control Unit • DC Cord • AAA (R03) Battery x 2

RM-V717U (for remote control unit)
• Memory Card 8 MB • CD-ROM • Editing Cable

(Already inserted in the
camcorder)
• Audio/Video Cable • Grip Belt •Strap

(ø3.5 mini-plug to RCA plug)
NOTE:
In order to maintain optimum performance of the camcorder, provided cables may be equipped
with one or more core filter. If a cable has only one core filter, the end that is closest to the filter
should be connected to the camcorder.
EN 7
How To Attach The Grip Belt How To Attach The Strap
1 Remove the pad and separate the two straps. 1 Thread one end of the strap through the eyelet,
2 Thread one end of the strap through the then pass the other end through the loop.
eyelet, then pass the other end through the loop. 2 Attach the screw to the tripod mounting socket.
3 Repeat the same procedure to attach the strap To tighten the screw firmly, use a coin, etc.
to the other eyelet. 3 Adjust the length with the adjuster.
4 Connect the strap and and thread the strap NOTES:
through the buckle, then adjust the grip ● You can use the strap as a shoulder strap by
(墌 pg. 12). adjusting the length with the adjuster.
5 Attach the pad. ● Because the screw may cause damage to the
camcorder, make sure to attach the screw to the
tripod mounting socket when carrying the
camcorder.
● Use the strap only with this camcorder.
● Do not grip the camcorder too firmly when the
screw is attached. Doing so may cause damage to
1 the tripod mounting socket.
2 3
2
3
4
5
8 EN
AUTOMATIC DEMONSTRATION
Automatic Demonstration takes place
when “DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” MENU Button
(factory-preset). SET/SELECT Button +, – Button
䡲 Available when the Power Switch is set to
“ ” or “ ” and no cassette is in the
camcorder.
䡲 Performing any operation during the demon-
stration stops the demonstration temporarily. If Power Switch
no operation is performed for more than 1
minute after that, the demonstration will
resume.
䡲 “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the
camcorder power is turned off.
䡲 To cancel Automatic Demonstration: Lock Button
1. Set the Power Switch to “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on
the switch and press MENU. The Menu Sub Menu
Screen appears.
2. Press + or – to select “ SYSTEM” and
press SET/SELECT. The SYSTEM Menu
appears. DEMO MODE – OF F
ON
3. Press + or – to select “DEMO MODE” and
press SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.
4. Press + or – to select “OFF” and press SET/
SELECT.
5. Press + or – to select “ RETURN”, and
press SET/SELECT twice. The normal screen
appears.
NOTE:
If you do not slide the lens cover down, you
cannot see the actual changes of the Automatic
Demonstration activated on the LCD monitor or
viewfinder.
GETTING STARTED EN 9
GETTING STARTED
CONTENTS
Power .................................................................. 10 – 11
Grip Adjustment ............................................................. 12
Viewfinder Adjustment .................................................... 12
Tripod Mounting ............................................................. 12
Date/Time Settings ......................................................... 13
Loading/Unloading A Cassette ........................................... 14
Recording Mode Setting ................................................... 15
Loading A Memory Card ................................................... 16
Picture Quality Mode Setting ............................................. 17
Image Size Mode Setting ......................................................... 17
Operation Mode ............................................................. 18
10 EN GETTING STARTED (cont.)
Protruding part Power
Battery pack This camcorder’s 2-way power supply system lets you
CHARGE choose the most appropriate source of power. Do not use
indicator To provided power supply units with other equipment.
POWER AC outlet
indicator CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
1 Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from

the AC Power Adapter/Charger. Plug the AC Adapter/
Charger’s power cord into an AC outlet. The POWER
AC Power indicator lights.
Adapter/Charger
DC OUT connector 2 Attach the battery pack with the mark aligned
with the corresponding marks on the AC Power
Adapter/Charger. The CHARGE Indicator begins
blinking to indicate charging has started.
Battery pack Charging time
BN-V107U approx. 1 hr. 30 min. 3 When the CHARGE indicator stops blinking but stays
lit, charging is finished. Remove the battery by
pushing up the protruding part. Remember to unplug
BN-V114U (optional) approx. 2 hr.
the AC Adapter/Charger’s power cord from the AC
outlet.
NOTES:
● If the protective cap is attached to the battery pack, remove it first.
● If you connect the camcorder’s DC cord to the adapter during battery charging, power is supplied to the
camcorder and charging stops.
● When charging the battery pack for the first time or after a long storage period, the CHARGE indicator may
not light. In this case, remove the battery pack from the AC Power Adapter/Charger, then try charging again.
● If the battery operation time remains extremely short even after having been fully charged, the battery is
worn out and needs to be replaced. Please purchase a new one.
About Batteries
DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or
expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire
or explosion.
WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come
in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and
possibly start a fire.
Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder The Benefits Of Lithium-Ion Batteries
temperatures. Lithium-ion battery packs are small but have a large power
capacity. However, when one is exposed to cold temperatures
(below 10°C/50°F), its usage time becomes shorter and it may
cease to function. If this happens, place the battery pack in
your pocket or other warm, protected place for a short time,
then re-attach it to the camcorder. As long as the battery pack
itself is not cold, it should not affect performance.
(If you’re using a heating pad, make sure the battery pack does
not come in direct contact with it.)
For other notes, 墌 pg. 77

EN 11
USING THE BATTERY PACK
1
1 Insert the terminal end 1 of the battery pack into the
battery pack mount, then firmly push the end 2 of
the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it
Notches
locks into place as shown in the illustration.
•To attach the battery firmly, align its two notches
with the tabs on the camcorder.
2 To Detach The Battery Pack. . .
.... while sliding down BATT. RELEASE, detach it.
BATT. RELEASE Switch
Approximate recording time
ATTENTION: Battery pack LCD monitor on/ LCD monitor off/

Viewfinder off Viewfinder on
Before detaching the power source,
make sure that the camcorder’s power BN-V107U 1 hr. 1 hr. 10min.
is turned off. Failure to do so can result BN-V114U
in a camcorder malfunction. 2 hr. 2 hr. 20 min.
(optional)
BN-V840U
INFORMATION: 5 hr. 10 min. 6 hr. 20 min.
(optional)
The extended-use battery pack kit is a set
composed of a battery pack and AC Power BN-V856U
7 hr. 40 min. 9 hr. 20 min.
Adapter/Charger: (optional)
VU-V840 KIT: BN-V840U battery pack & AA-
V15U AC Power Adapter/Charger NOTES:
VU-V856 KIT: BN-V856U battery pack & AA- ● Recording time is reduced significantly under the
V80U AC Power Adapter/Charger following conditions:
Read the kit's instruction manual before using. • Zoom or Record-Standby mode is engaged repeatedly.
Neither BN-V840U nor BN-V856U can be • The LCD monitor is used repeatedly.
charged by using the AC Adapter provided • The playback mode is engaged repeatedly.
with this camcorder. Use only the AA-V15U ● Before extended use, it is recommended that you
AC Power Adapter/Charger for BN-V840U prepare enough battery packs to cover 3 times the
battery pack and only AA-V80U AC Power planned shooting time.
Adapter/Charger for BN-V856U battery pack.
To AC outlet
Power cord
USING AC POWER
Use the AC Power Adapter/Charger (connect as shown in
AC Power the illustration).
Adapter/Charger
NOTES:
● The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from 110 V
to 240 V.
To DC OUT ● For other notes, 墌 pg. 77.
terminal
DC cord
To battery
pack mount
Grip Adjustment
1 Loosen the belt.
2 Pass your right hand through the loop and grasp the
grip.
3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to

easily operate the Recording Start/Stop button and
Power Switch and Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH)
Ring. Be sure to tighten the belt to your preference.
Viewfinder Adjustment
Power
Switch
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button located on the switch.
Lock Button 2 Pull out the viewfinder fully.
3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the

indications in the viewfinder are clearly focused.
PAUSE
Tripod Mounting
Diopter Adjustment
Control
1 Align the screw on the tripod with the camera’s
mounting socket. Then tighten the screw.
•Some tripods are not equipped with studs.
CAUTION:
When attaching the camera to a tripod, extend its
legs to stabilize the camcorder. It is not advised to use
small sized tripods. This may cause damage to the
unit by falling over.
EN 13
SET/SELECT Button MENU Button Date/Time Settings
+, – Button The date/time is recorded onto the tape at all times, but its
display can be turned on or off during playback
Power lamp (墌 pg. 44, 45).
Power Switch 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch, then open
the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
Lock Button
3 Press + or – to select “ DISPLAY”, and press SET/
SELECT. The DISPLAY Menu appears.
Display
W I PE / FADER
PROGRAM AE
OF F
4 Press + or – to select “CLOCK ADJ.”, and press SET/
SELECT. “Month” is highlighted.
Press + or – to input the month, and press SET/
W. BAL ANC E SELECT. Repeat to input the day, year, hour and
CAMERA
MANUA L minute. Press + or – to select “ RETURN”, and
SYSTEM press SET/SELECT twice. The Menu Screen closes.
D I SPL AY
DSC
END Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

To store the date/time in memory, the clock’s rechargeable
lithium battery is integrated in the camcorder. While the
camcorder is connected to an AC outlet using the AC
DISPLAY Menu
ON SCRE E N – LCD / TV Power Adapter/Charger, or while the battery pack attached
DATE / T I ME – AU T O
T I ME CODE – OF F to the camcorder continues to supply power, the clock’s
CLOCK D E C 25 ’01 rechargeable lithium battery is always charged. However,
ADJ . 5 : 30 PM
if the camcorder is not used for approx. 3 months, the
clock’s lithium battery will become discharged and the
RETURN date/time stored in memory will be lost. When this occurs,
first connect the camcorder to an AC outlet using the AC
Power Adapter/Charger for over 24 hours to charge the
clock’s rechargeable lithium battery. Then perform the
date/time setting before using the camcorder.
Note that the camcorder can be used without setting the
CLOCK D E C 25 ’01 date/time.
ADJ . 5 : 30 PM
NOTE:
Even if you select “CLOCK ADJ.”, if the parameter is not
highlighted the camcorder’s internal clock continues to
operate. Once you move the highlight bar to the first
date/time parameter (month), the clock stops. When you
finish setting the minute and press SET/SELECT, the date
and time begin operation from the date and time you
have just set.
Loading/Unloading A Cassette
Cassette holder cover The camcorder needs to be powered up to load or eject a
Cassette holder cassette.
1 Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction

of the arrow then pull the cassette holder cover
open until it locks. The cassette holder opens
Make sure the automatically.
window side is •Do not touch internal components.
facing out.
2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to

close the cassette holder.
•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely
before closing the cassette holder cover.
•When the battery’s charge is low, you may not be
able to close the cassette holder cover. Do not
apply force. Replace the battery with a fully
OPEN/EJECT charged one before continuing.
PUSH HERE Switch
Erase protection tab*

3 Close the cassette holder cover firmly until it locks
into place.
Approximate recording time
* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . . Recording mode

Tape
.... slide the erase protection tab on the back SP LP
of the tape in the direction of “SAVE”. This 30 min. 30 min. 45 min.
prevents the tape from being recorded
over. To record on this tape, slide the tab 60 min. 60 min. 90 min.
back to “REC” before loading it. 80 min. 80 min. 120 min.
Be sure to press only the section labeled

“PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder;
touching other parts may cause your finger to
get caught in the cassette holder, resulting in
injury or product damage.
NOTES:
● It takes a few seconds for the cassette holder to open. Do not apply force.
● If you wait a few seconds and the cassette holder does not open, close the cassette holder cover and try
again. If the cassette holder still does not open, turn the camcorder off then on again.
● If the tape does not load properly, open the cassette holder cover fully and remove the cassette. A few
minutes later, insert it again.
● When the camcorder is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm environment, wait a short time
before opening the cassette holder cover.
● Closing the cassette holder cover before the cassette holder comes out may cause damage to the
camcorder.
● Even when the camcorder is switched off, a cassette can be loaded or unloaded. After the cassette holder
is closed with the camcorder switched off, however, it may not recede. It is recommended to turn the
power on before loading or unloading.
● When resuming recording, once you open the cassette holder cover a blank portion will be recorded on
the tape or a previously recorded scene will be erased (recorded over) regardless of whether the cassette
holder came out or not. See page 22 for information about recording from the middle of a tape.
EN 15
SET/SELECT Button MENU Button Recording Mode Setting
+, – Button Set the tape recording mode depending on your
preference.
Power lamp
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch, then open
Power Switch
fully. The power lamp lights and the camcorder is
turned on.
Lock Button 3 Press + or – to select “ CAMERA” and press SET/

SELECT. The CAMERA Menu appears.
Display
CAMERA Menu
4 Press + or – to select “REC MODE” and press SET/
SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Select “SP” or “LP”
by pressing + or – and press SET/SELECT. Press + or
REC MODE – SP
LP – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Sub Menu •Audio Dubbing (墌 pg. 66) and Insert Editing
(墌 pg. 68) are impossible on a tape recorded in
the LP mode.
•“LP” (Long Play) is more economical, providing
1.5 times the recording time.
NOTES:
● If the recording mode is switched during recording, the
playback picture will be blurred at the switching point.
● It is recommended that tapes recorded in the LP mode
on this camcorder be played back on this camcorder.
● During playback of a tape recorded on another
camcorder, blocks of noise may appear or there may
be momentary pauses in the sound.
Loading A Memory Card
The provided memory card is already inserted in the
camcorder when you receive the camcorder.
1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.
2 Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).
Card Cover 3 Insert the memory card firmly clipped edge first.
•Do not touch the terminal on the reverse side of
the label.
4 Close the card cover.
To Unload A Memory Card . . .

.... in step 3 push the memory card, then the memory
card comes out of the camcorder automatically. Pull
it out and close the card cover.
NOTES:
● Be sure to use only SD Memory Cards marked “ ”
or MultiMediaCards marked “ ”.
● Some brands of memory cards are not compatible with
Clipped edge this camcorder. Before purchasing a memory card,
consult its manufacturer or dealer.
● Before using a new memory card, it is necessary to
FORMAT the card. 墌 pg. 38
Memory card
Label ATTENTION:
Do not insert/remove the memory card while the
camcorder is turned on, as this may cause the
memory card to be corrupted or cause the camcorder
to become unable to recognize whether or not the
card is installed.
To Protect Valuable Files (available
only for SD Memory Card) . . .
Erase protection
tab
... slide the erase protection tab on the side

of the memory card in the direction of
“LOCK”. This prevents the memory card
from being recorded over. To record on
this memory card, slide the tab back to
the position opposite to “LOCK” before
loading it.
EN 17
Picture Quality Mode Setting
MENU Button The Picture Quality mode can be selected to best match
SET/SELECT Button +, – Button your needs. Two Picture Quality modes are available:
FINE and STANDARD (in order of quality).
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
Power Switch
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
Lock Button
3 Press + or – to select “ DSC” and press SET/
SELECT. The DSC Menu appears.
4 Press + or – to select “QUALITY” and press SET/

SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or – to
select the desired mode and press SET/SELECT. Press
Display + or – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
DSC Menu twice. The Menu Screen closes.
QUAL I TY – F I NE
S I ZE STANDARD
UXGA – VGA
– AUTO
Image Size Mode Setting

The Image Size mode can be selected to best match your
needs. Two Image Size modes are available: XGA (1024 x
768 pixels) and VGA (640 x 480 pixels) (in order of
quality).
I MAGE SIZE – VGA
XGA
– AUTO
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch, then open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully. The
power lamp lights and the camcorder is turned on.
NOTES:
● The number of storable images depends on
the selected picture quality as well as the
composition of the subjects in the images

and the type of memory card being used.
● In the XGA mode, images are shot in 720 x
3 Press + or – to select “ DSC” and press SET/
SELECT. The DSC Menu appears.
480 pixels and they are converted and

stored in the XGA mode file size (1024 x 4 Press + or – to select “IMAGE SIZE” and press SET/
select the desired mode and press SET/SELECT. Press
768 pixels).
+ or – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes.
Approximate Number of Storable Images
Image Size/Picture MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card

Quality Mode 8MB* 16MB* 32MB* 8MB** 8MB* 16MB* 32MB* 64MB*
XGA FINE 24 49 100 16 20 46 97 195
XGA STANDARD 74 150 305 51 62 140 295 610
VGA FINE 53 105 215 37 44 100 210 435
VGA STANDARD 150 310 630 105 125 290 610 1255
* Optional
** Provided (12 sound effects pre-stored)
To turn on the camcorder, set the Power
Switch to any operation mode except “OFF”
Operation Mode
while pressing down the Lock Button located Choose the appropriate operation mode according to
on the switch. your preference using the Power Switch and VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch.
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch Power Switch Position
(Manual):
Allows you to set various recording functions using
the Menus. If you want more creative capabilities than
Power lamp Full Auto recording, try this mode.
(Full Auto):
Power Switch Allows you to record using NO special effects or
manual adjustments. Suitable for standard recording.
OFF:
Allows you to switch off the camcorder.
:
• Allows you to play back a recording on the tape.
Lock Button • Allows you to display a still image stored in the
memory card or to transfer a still image stored in the
memory card to a computer.
When the Power Switch is set to “ ”,

“ ” appears. When set to “ ” or “ ”,
there is no indication.
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch Position
VIDEO:
Allows you to record on a tape or play back a tape. If
“REC SELECT” is set to “ / ” in the DSC
When the Power Switch is set to “ ” or Menu Screen, still images are also recorded in the
“ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set memory card.
to “MEMORY”, the selected image size MEMORY:
(“VGA” or “XGA”) is displayed. When set to Allows you to record a still image or display a still
“VIDEO”, there is no indication. image stored in the memory card.
VGA
VIDEO RECORDING & PLAYBACK EN 19
VIDEO RECORDING
&
PLAYBACK
CONTENTS
VIDEO RECORDING ............................................. 20 – 22
Basic Recording .............................................................. 20
Journalistic Shooting ........................................................ 21
Interface Shooting .......................................................... 21
Zooming ...................................................................... 21
Time Code .................................................................... 22
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape ....................................... 22
VIDEO PLAYBACK ............................................... 23 – 26
Normal Playback ........................................................ 23
Still Playback ............................................................ 23
Shuttle Search ........................................................... 23
Connections .......................................................... 24 – 25
Blank Search ................................................................. 26
20 EN VIDEO RECORDING
Power Lamp Basic Recording
VIDEO/MEMORY
NOTE:
Switch
You should already have performed the procedures listed
Recording Start/
Stop Button below. If not, do so before continuing.
● Power (墌 pg. 10)
● Grip Adjustment (墌 pg. 12)
Power Switch ● Viewfinder Adjustment (墌 pg. 12)
● Load A Cassette (墌 pg. 14)
● Recording Mode Setting (墌 pg. 15)
1 Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the

Lock Button located on the cover.
Lock Button 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then

set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
Display Shooting while using the LCD monitor: Make sure
25 min Tape remaining the viewfinder is pushed back in. Open the LCD
time indicator monitor fully.
(Approximate)
Shooting while using the viewfinder: Make sure the
LCD monitor is closed and locked. Pull out the
viewfinder fully.
min 90 min 89 min 3 min •Be sure to pull out the viewfinder until you hear a
(Now calculating) click, otherwise it may be pushed back in during
0 min 1 min 2 min use.
(Blinking) (Blinking) (Blinking)
•The Power lamp lights and the camcorder enters the
Record-Standby mode. “PAUSE” is displayed.
Tally lamp (Lights

3 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. “
appears while recording is in progress.
”
while recording is
in progress)
To Stop Recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The camcorder
re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
To Adjust The Brightness Of The Display
Lens Cover (Slide up .... press MONITOR BRIGHT + or – until the bright level
the lens cover to indicator on the display moves and the appropriate
protect the lens brightness is reached.
when the camcorder
Lock Button •It is also possible to adjust the brightness of the viewfinder.
is not in use.)
NOTES:
● The image will not appear simultaneously on the LCD
monitor and the viewfinder except during Interface
Shooting.
BR I GHT ● If the Record-Standby mode continues for 5 minutes, the
camcorder’s power shuts off automatically. To turn the
camcorder on again, push back and pull out the
viewfinder again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.
MONITOR BRIGHT ● When a blank portion is left between recorded scenes
90° +/– Button
180° on the tape, the time code is interrupted and errors
may occur when editing the tape. To avoid this, refer to
“Recording From The Middle Of A Tape” (墌 pg. 22).
● When sliding down the lens cover, be sure not to touch
the lens.
● To turn the tally lamp or beep sounds off, 墌 pg. 40, 42.

EN 21
Journalistic Shooting
In some situations, different shooting angles may provide more dramatic
results. Hold the camcorder in the desired position and tilt the LCD
monitor in the most convenient direction. It can rotate 270° (90° down-
ward, 180° upward).
Interface Shooting
The person you shoot can view himself/herself in the LCD monitor, and
you can even shoot yourself while viewing your own image in the LCD
monitor.
Open the LCD monitor and tilt it upward to 180° so that it faces forward.
When the LCD monitor is tilted upward to an angle of over approx. 105°,
the monitor image is inverted vertically. If the viewfinder is pulled out at
that time, it also switches on.
Self-Recording
Point the lens toward the subject (yourself when self-recording) and start
recording.
During Interface Shooting, the monitor image and indications do not
appear inverted as they would when viewing a mirror.
FEATURE: Zooming
PURPOSE:
To produce the zoom in/out effect, or an instantaneous
change in image magnification.
Zoom in (T: Telephoto) OPERATION:
Zoom In
1 xW T
1 0 xW T
Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring
20xW T towards “T”.
40xW T
Zoom Out
Turn the Power Zoom (SHUTTLE SEARCH) Ring
towards “W”.
䡲 The further you turn the Power Zoom Ring the
Zoom out (W: Wide angle) quicker the zoom action.
NOTES:
Zoom display
● Focusing may become unstable during Zooming. In
10x W T this case, set the zoom while in Record-Standby,
lock the focus by using the manual focus
Digital zoom zone (墌 pg. 53), then zoom in or out in Record mode.
● Zooming is possible to a maximum of 200X, or it
can be switched to 10X magnification using the
10X (optical) zoom optical zoom (墌 pg. 41).
zone ● Zoom magnification of over 10X is done through
Digital image processing, and is therefore called
Digital Zoom.
Approximate zoom ratio ● During Digital zoom, the quality of image may
suffer.
● Digital zoom cannot be used in the following cases:
• When digital image processing, such as Picture
Wipe/Dissolve (墌 pg. 50, 51) or Video Echo
Power Zoom (墌 pg. 49), is activated.
Ring ● Macro shooting (as close as approx. 5 cm (2") to the
subject) is possible when the Power Zoom Ring is
set all the way to “W”. Also see “TELE MACRO” in
the Menu Screen on page 41.

22 EN VIDEO RECORDING (cont.)
Time Code
During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This code is to confirm the location of the recorded
scene on the tape during playback.
If recording starts from a blank portion, the time code begins counting from “00:00:00”
(minute:second:frame). If recording starts from the end of a previously recorded scene, the time code
continues from the last time code number.
To perform Random Assemble Editing (墌 pg. 69 – 73), time code is necessary. If during recording a blank
portion is left partway through the tape, the time code is interrupted. When recording is resumed, the time
code starts counting up again from “00:00:00”. This means the camcorder may record the same time
codes as those existing in a previously recorded scene. To prevent this, perform “Recording From The
Middle of A Tape” below in the following cases;
•When shooting again after playing back a Display
recorded tape. Frames are not displayed
•When power shuts off during shooting. during recording.
•When a tape is removed and re-inserted during
shooting. Minutes
•When shooting using a partially recorded tape. Seconds
•When shooting on a blank portion located
partway through the tape. Frames
•When shooting again after shooting a scene 12 : 34 : 24 (30 frames = 1 second)
then opening/closing the cassette holder cover.
Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

1. Play back a tape or use Blank Search (墌 pg. 26) to find the spot at which you want to start recording,
then engage the Still Playback mode (墌 pg. 23).
2. Set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then
start recording.
NOTES:
● The time code cannot be reset.
● During fast-forwarding and rewinding, the time code indication does not move smoothly.
● The time code is displayed only when “TIME CODE” is set to “ON” ( 墌 pg. 43, 44).
When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Time code Time code Time code
00:00:00 05:43:21 00:00:00
Tape Already recorded scene Blank Newly recorded scene
Shooting start point Shooting stop point Shooting start point
Proper recording
Time code Time code Time code
00:00:00 05:43:21 05:44:00
Tape Already recorded scene New scene Latest scene
Shooting start point Shooting start point Shooting start point

VIDEO PLAYBACK EN 23
Normal Playback
VOL. +/–
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch 1 Load a tape ( pg. 14).
Play/Pause
Button (4/6)
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then
set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
the Lock Button located on the switch. To start
playback, press 4/6.
Power Switch •To stop playback, press 5.
•Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the left (2)
to rewind, or to the right (3) to fast-forward the
tape during Stop mode.
To Control The Speaker Volume . . .

.... press VOL. + to turn up the volume, or – to turn
Lock Button down the volume.
Speaker
NOTES:
● If Stop mode continues for 5 minutes when power is supplied
Stop Button (5) SHUTTLE SEARCH
Ring (2/3) from a battery, the camcorder shuts off automatically. To turn
on again, set the Power Switch to “OFF”, then to “ ”.
● The playback picture can be viewed in the LCD monitor,
viewfinder or on a connected TV ( pg. 24, 25).
● You can also view the playback picture on the LCD monitor
with it flipped over and pushed against the camera body.
● LCD monitor/viewfinder indications:
• When power is supplied from a battery: the “ ”
battery pack remaining power indicator is displayed.
When power is supplied from an AC outlet: “ ”
does not appear.
• During Stop mode, none of the indications are displayed.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the
sound is not heard from the speaker.
Still Playback: Pauses during playback.

1) Press 4/6 during playback.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6 again.
● If still playback continues for more than about 3 minutes, the camcorder’s Stop mode is automatically
engaged. After 5 minutes in the Stop mode, the camcorder’s power is automatically turned off.
● When 4/6 is pressed, the image may not pause immediately while the camcorder stabilises the still image.
Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.

1) During playback, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (3) for forward or to the left (2)
for reverse search.
2) To resume normal playback, press 4/6.
● During playback, turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (3) or to the left (2) and hold it.
The search continues as long as you hold the ring. Once you release it, normal playback resumes.
● A slight mosaic effect appears on screen during Shuttle Search. This is not a malfunction.
Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback, Playback Zoom and

Playback Special Effects
Available only with the remote control (provided) ( pg. 64, 65).
24 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.)
Connections
These are some basic types of connections. When making the connections, refer also to your VCR and TV
instruction manuals.
A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors
To TV or VCR
TV White to AUDIO L IN*

Red to
AUDIO R IN*
VCR
Yellow to VIDEO IN Audio/Video cable
(provided)
* The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.
To AV OUT
B. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped with an S-VIDEO IN and A/V input connectors
To AV OUT
Audio/Video cable
To TV or VCR (provided)
White to AUDIO L IN*

TV
Red to AUDIO R IN*
Yellow: Not connected Docking

VCR Station**
To S-VIDEO IN S-Video cable To S-VIDEO

(optional)
* The Audio cable is not required for watching still images only.
** Refer to “Docking Station Attachment” ( pg. 25).
EN 25
NOTES:
1 Make sure all units are turned off. ● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
Charger as the power supply instead of the
battery pack ( pg. 11).
2 Connect the camcorder to a TV or VCR as
shown in the illustration ( pg. 24).
If using a VCR . . . go to step 3.
● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the
YTU94146B S-Video cable.
Consult the JVC Service Center described on the
If not . . . go to step 4.
sheet included in the package for details on its
availability. Make sure to connect the end with a
3 Connect the VCR output to the TV input,
referring to your VCR’s instruction manual. core filter to the camcorder. The core filter
reduces interference.
● To monitor the picture and sound from the
4 Turn on the camcorder, the VCR and the TV.
camcorder without inserting a tape or memory
card, set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ”
or “ ”, then set your TV to the appropriate input
5 Set the VCR to its AUX input mode, and set the
TV to its VIDEO mode. mode.
● Make sure you adjust the TV sound volume to its
minimum level to avoid a sudden burst of sound
To choose whether or not the following displays when the camcorder is turned on.
appear on the connected TV . . . ● If you have a TV or speakers that are not specially
•Date/Time shielded, do not place the speakers adjacent to
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” the TV as interference will occur in the camcorder
in the Menu Screen ( pg. 44, 45). playback picture.
•Time Code ● While the Audio/Video cable is connected to the
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the AV connector, sound cannot be heard from the
Menu Screen ( pg. 44, 45). speaker.
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape
Running Displays for video playback
Or
Type of file, Directory/File Names and Image
Number/Total Number of Images for D.S.C.
Playback
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in
the Menu Screen ( pg. 44, 45).
Or, press DISPLAY on the remote control.
Docking Station Attachment

First align the multi connector and screw on the
Docking Station with the camcorder’s multi
connector and tripod mounting socket and tighten
the screw.
When removing the camcorder, loosen the screw
and detach the camcorder.
Multi connector
NOTE:
While the Docking Station is attached to the Tripod mouting
camcorder, it is not possible to load and unload socket
the memory card. Also, connecting and discon-
necting the DV cable are not possible.
Screw
26 EN VIDEO PLAYBACK (cont.)
Blank Search
FOCUS/BLANK Button Helps you find where you should start recording in the
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch middle of a tape to avoid time code interruption
( pg. 22).
1 Load a tape ( pg. 14).
Power Switch
the Lock Button located on the switch.
3 Press FOCUS/BLANK.
•“BLANK SEARCH” appears blinking and the
camcorder automatically starts reverse or forward
Lock Button shuttle search, then stops at the spot which is
about 3 seconds of tape before the beginning of
the detected blank portion.
Stop Button (5)
To cancel Blank Search midway . . .
.... press 5.
NOTES:
● In step 3, if the current position is at a blank portion the
Display
camcorder searches in the reverse direction, and if the
44 current position is at a recorded portion the camcorder
searches in the forward direction.
● Blank Search does not work if “HEAD CLEANING
BLANK SEARCH REQUIRED. USE CLEANING CASSETTE” has appeared
with the tape.
● If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during
Blank Search, the camcorder stops automatically.
● A blank portion which is shorter than 5 seconds of tape
may not be detected.
● The detected blank portion may be located between
recorded scenes. Before you start recording, make sure
there is no recorded scene after the blank portion.
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.) RECORDING & PLAYBACK EN 27
DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)
RECORDING
&
PLAYBACK
CONTENTS
D.S.C. RECORDING .............................................. 28 – 29
Basic Shooting (Snapshot) ......................................... 28 – 29
D.S.C. PLAYBACK ................................................ 30 – 38
Normal Playback (Of Images) ................................................... 30
Auto Playback (Of Images) ...................................................... 30
Index Screen ................................................................. 31
Index Playback .............................................................. 32
Jump Playback ............................................................... 32
Protecting Files .............................................................. 33
Deleting Files ......................................................... 34 – 35
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting) ....................... 36 – 37
Initializing A Memory Card ................................................ 38
28 EN D.S.C. RECORDING
VIDEO/MEMORY Basic Shooting (Snapshot)
Switch You can use your camcorder as a Digital Still Camera for
taking snapshots.
NOTE:
You should already have performed the procedures listed
below. If not, do so before continuing.
Power Switch ● Power ( pg. 10)
● Grip Adjustment ( pg. 12)
● Viewfinder Adjustment ( pg. 12)
● Loading A Memory Card ( pg. 16)
● Picture Quality/Image Size Mode Setting ( pg. 17)
SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

Lock Button
SNAPSHOT Button
1 Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the cover. Set the VIDEO/
MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”, then set the Power
Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button
Display located on the switch. Open the LCD monitor fully
CAMERA Menu or pull out the viewfinder fully.
SNAP MODE – P I N–UP

FRAME
FUL L
MUL T I – 4
MUL T I – 9
3 Press + or – to select “ CAMERA”, then press SET/
4 Press + or – to select “SNAP MODE”, then press

SET/SELECT.
5 Press + or – to select the desired Snapshot mode,

then press SET/SELECT. Press + or – to select
“ RETURN” and press SET/SELECT twice. The
Menu Screen closes.
SNAPSHOT RECORDING
Image Size mode
Displays the Image Size mode of the stored
image. There are 2 modes available: XGA and
1 Press SNAPSHOT.
is being taken.
appears while the snapshot
The image is stored in the memory card.

VGA ( pg. 17). •Regardless of the Power Switch position (“ ” or
Display “ ”), Snapshot recording takes place using the
selected Snapshot mode.
VGA F I NE
10 / 100
Picture Quality mode
Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image. There are 2 modes
available: FINE and STD (Standard) ( pg. 17).
Total number of shots

Displays the approximate total number of shots that can be stored, including
those already taken. The number increases or decreases depending on the shots
stored, the Picture Quality/Image Size mode, etc.
Number of shots taken

Displays the number of images that have already been shot.
Card icon
Appears during shooting and blinks when a memory card is not loaded.
Shooting icon
Appears and blinks during shooting.
EN 29
To Delete Unwanted Still Images . . .
PIN-UP .... when unwanted still images are stored in the
Pin-Up mode* memory card or its memory is full, refer to “Deleting
Files” ( pg. 34) and delete unwanted still images.
To Remove The Shutter Sound . . .

.... when you do not want to hear the shutter sound, set
“BEEP” to “OFF” in the Menu Screen ( pg. 40, 42).
The sound is no longer heard from the speaker.
FRAME NOTES:
Snapshot mode ● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, Snapshot
with frame* recording will be performed in the FULL mode during
Digital Zoom or Night-Alive ( pg. 48).
● The image is stored in the VGA mode regardless of the
image size mode setting ( pg. 17) if “MULTI-4” or
“MULTI-9” is engaged.
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set to “ON”
( pg. 41), the Stabiliser will be disabled.
FULL ● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “ ” blinks
Snapshot mode when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
with no frame*
● If Program AE with special effects ( pg. 48) is
engaged, certain modes of Program AE with special
effects are disabled during Snapshot recording. In such
a case, the icon blinks.
● If shooting is not performed for approx. 5 minutes
when the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and
power is supplied from the battery pack, the camcorder
MULTI-4
Multi-Analyzer 4 shuts off automatically to save power. To perform
shooting again, push back and pull out the viewfinder
again or close and re-open the LCD monitor.
● The Motor Drive mode ( pg. 52) is disabled when the
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “MEMORY”.
● When a cable is connected to the AV connector, the
shutter sound is not heard from the speaker, however it
is recorded onto the tape.
MULTI-9 ● Still images taken are compliant to DCF (Design rules
Multi-Analyzer 9 for Camera File systems). They do not have any
compatibility with devices which are not compliant to
DCF.
● In the XGA mode, images are shot in 720 x 480 pixels
and they are converted and stored in the XGA mode
file size (1024 x 768 pixels).
* There is the sound effect of a shutter

closing.
30 EN D.S.C. PLAYBACK
Normal Playback (Of Images)
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch Images shot with the camcorder are automatically
numbered, then stored in numerical order in the memory
card. You can view the stored images, one at a time,
Play Button much like flipping through a photo album.
(4/6)
Power Switch 1 Load a memory card ( pg. 16).
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “MEMORY”,

then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
down the Lock Button. Open the LCD monitor fully
or pull out the viewfinder fully.
•A stored image is displayed.
Lock Button
3 Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the right (3)
to display the next image.
Turn the SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring to the left (2) to
Stop Button (5) SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring
(2/3) display the previous image.
[For Normal Playback]

To display the next image [For Auto Playback] Auto Playback (Of Images)
Display You can run through all the images stored in memory
100-0010
100 0010 automatically.
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 above.
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100-0011
100 0011
01
2 Press 4/6 to start Auto Playback.
3 To end Auto Playback, press 5.
NOTES:
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01 ● Even if you shoot a new image after playing back a
100-0012
100 0012
low-numbered one, this will not overwrite an existing
image, because new images are automatically stored
after the last-recorded one.
● Images shot in a file size other than VGA/XGA with
devices that are compatible with DCF (Design rules for
12 / 24 JAN 10 ’01
01
Camera File systems) will be displayed as reduced-size
thumbnail images. These thumbnail images cannot be
100-0013
100 0013
transferred to a PC.
● Images shot with devices that are not compatible with
DCF cannot be viewed with this camcorder; “Unsup-
ported file!” will be displayed.
13 / 24 JAN 10 ’01
01
Total number of
images
To display the Displays the total
previous image number of stored Directory and File names
images. Displays the directory and file
names ( pg. 31).
Image number
Date
Displays the index
Displays the date when the image was shot (if “DATE/TIME”is
number of the image file
set to “ON” in the Menu Screen pg. 44–45).
( pg. 31).
EN 31
To view video clips ( pg. 61) stored in a memory card . . .
E - CL I P … during normal playback of image, press SET/SELECT ( pg. 86
and 87, ! SET/SELECT Button) once to engage the video clip
mode. “E-CLIP” appears. Then pressing 4/6 can allow you to
view the video clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder; video
clips cannot be displayed on a connected TV.
Total number • You can look for the desired file using Index Screen
3/ 4 of files ( below and pg. 32).
File (index) number
D . SOUND
To listen to sound effects ( pg. 56) stored in a memory card . . .
… during normal playback of image, press SET/SELECT ( pg. 86
1 / 12
and 87, ! SET/SELECT Button) twice to engage the sound
effect mode. “D.SOUND” appears. Then pressing D.SOUND
EXPL OS I ON ( pg. 86 and 87, 9 D.SOUND Button) can allow you to
listen to the sound effect.
• You can look for the desired file using Index Screen
( below and pg. 32).
Selected sound effect name
Type of file
Picture
Quality
Index Screen
Directory and File Selected file The files you stored can be displayed together with their
names index information. Convenient for checking files stored
beforehand, the Index Screen also shows the Picture
EXIT IMAGE
100-DVC00003 VGA
VGA Quality, Image Size mode, directory and file names as well
1 F 2 S 3 S as which files are protected against accidental erasure. To
display the Index Screen, pg. 32.
IMAGE/E-CLIP/SOUND: Type of File

Displays the type of file of the displayed index screen.
4 F 5 F 6 F There are 3 types available: IMAGE for still images,
E-CLIP for video clips ( pg. 61), SOUND for sound
effects ( pg. 56, 67).
1: Index number
Image Size Index numbers are marked from 1. For example, when
Index number Protect icon 10 files are stored (index number: 1 to 10), if three files
with index numbers 2, 4 and 6 are deleted from memory,
the remaining files are automatically moved up to fill any
gaps in the numerical sequence. Therefore, the number
100-DVC00003: Directory and File of remaining files is 7, and the new index numbers range
names from 1 to 7.
Shows that the selected file is in a directory
called “100” and its file name is “DVC00003”. F/S: Picture Quality
Each time shooting takes place, a file name is Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored image.
made using a number which is larger by one There are 2 modes available: FINE and STANDARD (in
than the largest number of the file names order of quality) ( pg. 17). (Appears only when
which are in use. If the file name reaches displaying still images.)
DVC09999, a new directory will be made and
the file name will start again from DVC00001.
VGA/XGA: Image Size
In the playback screen ( pg. 30), the Displays the size of the stored image. There are 2 modes
directory and only the last four digits of the file available: VGA and XGA ( pg. 17). (Appears only when
name are displayed. displaying still images.)
In the Index Screen for sound effects, the name : Protect icon
of the selected sound effect is displayed if the
When a file is protected against its accidental erasure, a
name is compatible with ID3TAG ver 1 or 2.
padlock mark appears next to the index number, and that
Selected File file cannot be deleted.
A file is framed in green when it is selected.
Press + or – to move the green frame to the
desired file.
32 EN D.S.C. PLAYBACK (cont.)
INDEX Button Index Playback
+, – Button You can view or listen to the files (still images, video clips
( pg. 61), or sound effects ( pg. 56, 67)) stored in
memory six at a time. Use this mode when looking for a
file you wish to view or hear.
1 Perform steps 1 and 2 of “Normal Playback” on

pg. 30.
FOCUS/BLANK
Button
2 To display the Index Screen . . .
… for images, go to step 3.
… for video clips ( pg. 61), press SET/SELECT
SET/SELECT once to engage the video clip mode. “E-CLIP”
Button appears. Then go to step 3.
… for sound effects ( pg. 56), press SET/SELECT
twice to engage the sound effect mode.
EXIT IMAGE Index Screen “D.SOUND” appears. Then go to step 3.
100-DVC00001 VGA
1 F 2 S 3 S for images
3 Press INDEX. The Index Screen appears.
4
4 F 5 F 6 F
Press + or – to move the green frame to the desired
file and press SET/SELECT. The file selected in the
Index Screen is displayed or played back.
•To start playback of the selected video clip, press
4/6. To stop playback midway, press 5.
EXIT
100-DVC00001
E-CLIP Index Screen •To start playback of the selected sound effect, press
1 F 2 S 3 S for video clips D.SOUND.
4 F 5 F 6 F
Jump Playback
EXIT SOUND Index Screen
EXPLOSION
for sound You can call up directly a file you want to play back by
1 F 2 S 3 S
effects specifying its index number.
4 F 5 F 6 F 1 During normal playback of images, press SET/

SELECT repeatedly to select the type of file you want
to play back.
2 Press FOCUS/BLANK. The Jump Screen appears.
Display
JUMP MENU
Jump Screen 3 Press + or – to enter the index number of the desired
file and press SET/SELECT.
•The file for the selected index number is displayed.
•To cancel the Jump Playback while the Jump
10 / 50 Total number
of files
Screen is being displayed, press FOCUS/BLANK
S E L EC T [+/–] again.
SE T [ S E T / S E LECT ]
CANC E L [ B L ANK ]
Index number
EN 33
VIDEO/MEMORY Protecting Files
Switch The Protect mode helps prevent the accidental erasure of
files. When a padlock mark is displayed next to the index
number, that file cannot be deleted.
Power Switch
down the Lock Button located on the switch. Open
fully.
•A stored image file is displayed.
To protect the image file . . .
Lock Button … go to step 2.
To protect the video clip file. . . .
… press SET/SELECT once to engage the video clip
MENU Button
mode. “E-CLIP” appears. Then go to step 2.
SET/SELECT To protect the sound effect file. . . .
Button +, – Button … press SET/SELECT twice to engage the sound
effect mode. “D.SOUND” appears. Then go to
step 2.
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or –

to select “ MEMORY” and press SET/SELECT. The
MEMORY Menu appears.
Display
3 Press + or – to select “PROTECT” and press SET/
SELECT. The PROTECT Index Screen appears.
MEMORY Menu
PROTECT
DELET E TO PROTECT A FILE
DPOF Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.
FORMAT
RETURN
4 Press + or – to move the green frame to the desired
file and press SET/SELECT. A “ ” padlock mark
appears on the selected file.
Repeat this procedure for all files you do not wish to
EXIT PROTECT PROTECT Index delete by accident.
Screen
1 F 2 S 3 S
5 Press + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT. The

normal playback screen appears.
4 F 5 F 6 F NOTE:
When the memory is initialized or corrupted, even
protected files are deleted. If you do not want to lose
Padlock mark important files, transfer them to a PC and save them.
If Protection is
Normal playback removed
TO REMOVE PROTECTION
EXIT PROTECT
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 above.
4
1 F 2 S 3 S
Press + or – to move the green frame to the desired
file and press SET/SELECT. The “ ” padlock mark
located above the file disappears and the file is no
4 F 5 F 6 F longer protected.
Repeat this procedure for all files from which you
wish to remove protection.
Normal playback 5 Press + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT. The

Deleting Files
VIDEO/MEMORY Previously stored files can be deleted either one at a
Switch time or all at once.
Power Switch
fully.
•A stored image file is displayed.
To delete the image file . . .
… go to step 2.
To delete the video clip file. . . .
Lock Button … Press SET/SELECT once to engage the video clip
mode. “E-CLIP” appears. Then go to step 2.
To delete the sound effect file. . . .
MENU Button … Press SET/SELECT twice to engage the sound
SET/SELECT effect mode. “D.SOUND” appears. Then go to
Button +, – Button step 2.
2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or

– to select “ MEMORY” and press SET/SELECT.
The MEMORY Menu appears.
3 Press + or – to select “DELETE” and press SET/

SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.
TO SELECT A FILE BY BROWSING FILES

STORED IN MEMORY
Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3
above.
Display
EXIT DELETE DELETE Index
Screen
4 Press + or – to select “SELECT” and press SET/
SELECT. The DELETE Index Screen appears.
1 F 2 S 3 S
5 Press + or – to move the green frame to the desired

file that you wish to delete and press SET/SELECT.
An “ ” appears above the selected file.
4 F 5 F 6 F
Repeat this procedure for all files that you wish to
delete. To deselect a file, press SET/SELECT again.
The “ ” disappears.
SE L ECT
DELE T E
– CANCEL
Deletion
Confirmation
6 Press + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT. The
Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.
Screen
EXECUT E
7 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/
SELECT. The selected files are deleted and the
•To cancel deletion, press + or – to select
“CANCEL” and press SET/SELECT.
NOTES:
● Protected files ( pg. 33) cannot be deleted with the
above operation. To delete them, remove protection
first.
● Once files are deleted, they cannot be restored.
Check files before deleting.
EN 35
TO DELETE THE DISPLAYED FILE
MENU Button Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on
page 34.
SET/SELECT
Button +, – Button
4 Press + or – to select “CURRENT” and press SET/
SELECT. The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

SELECT. The currently displayed file is deleted.
•If “CURRENT FILE IS PROTECTED” appears, the
file is protected and cannot be deleted
( pg. 33).
•To cancel deletion, press + or – to select “CAN-
CEL” and press SET/SELECT.
TO DELETE ALL FILES

Before doing the following, perform steps 1 through 3 on
page 34.
4 Press + or – to select “ALL” and press SET/SELECT.

The Deletion Confirmation Screen appears.

SELECT. All the files are deleted.
•To cancel deletion, press + or – to select “CANCEL”
and press SET/SELECT.
CAUTION:
Do not remove the memory card or perform any other
operation (such as turning off the camcorder) during
deletion. Also, be sure to use the provided AC Power
Adapter/Charger, as the memory card may be
corrupted if the battery becomes exhausted during
deletion. If the memory card becomes corrupted,
initialize it. ( pg. 38)
Setting Print Information (DPOF Setting)
VIDEO/MEMORY This camcorder is compatible with the DPOF (Digital
Switch Print Order Format) standard in order to support future
systems such as automatic printing, which records
information about the still images you wish to print (such
as the number of prints to make). There are 2 print
Power Switch information settings available: “To print all still images
(one print for each)” explained below and “To print by
selecting still images and no. of prints” ( pg. 37).
TO PRINT ALL STILL IMAGES (ONE PRINT

FOR EACH)
Lock Button
MENU Button the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
SET/SELECT fully.
3 Press + or – to select “ MEMORY” and press SET/

SELECT. The MEMORY Menu appears.
4 Press + or – to select “DPOF” and press SET/SELECT.

The Sub Menu appears.
5 Press + or – to select “ALL” and press SET/SELECT.

Selection is complete. The Confirmation Screen
appears.
Display 6 Press + or – to select “EXECUTE” and press SET/

SELECT. The normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel selection, press + or – to select “CAN-
DPOF Menu
DPOF – SELECT To Reset The Setting . . .
AL L
RESET .... select “RESET” in step 5. The setting is reset to 0 for
all still images.
DPOF Confirmation
AL L – CANCEL Screen
EXECUTE
EN 37
TO PRINT BY SELECTING STILL IMAGES
AND NO. OF PRINTS
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch
1 Perform steps 1 through 4 on pg. 36.
Power Switch
2 Press + or – to selsect “SELECT” and press SET/
SELECT. Selection is complete. The DPOF Index
Screen appears.
3 Press + or – to move the green frame to the image

you wish to print and press SET/SELECT.
Lock Button 4 Select the number of prints by pressing + to increase

the number, or – to decrease the number and press
SET/SELECT.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 for the desired number of
MENU Button prints.
•The number of prints can be set up to 15.
SET/SELECT
Button +, – Button •To correct the number of prints, select the image
again and change the number.
5 Press + to select “EXIT” and press SET/SELECT.

Selection is complete. The Confirmation Screen
appears.

SELECT. The normal playback screen appears.
•To cancel selection, press + or – to select “CAN-
To Reset The No. Of Prints . . .

.... select “RESET” in step 5 on pg. 36. The number of
prints is reset to 0 for all still images.
Number of prints
Display
CAUTION:
DPOF Index While performing the above, never disconnect power,
EXIT DPOF
100-DVC00021 VGA
Screen as this may cause the memory to be corrupted.
19 00 20 00 21 03
NOTES:
22 00 23 00 24 00 ● If you load a memory card already set as shown above
in a printer compatible with DPOF, it will make prints
of the selected still images automatically.
● To print images recorded on a tape, first dub them to a
memory card ( pg. 60).
DPOF Confirmation
Screen
SE L ECT – CANCEL
EXECUTE
Initializing A Memory Card
VIDEO/MEMORY You can initialize a memory card anytime.
Switch After initializing, all files and data stored in the memory
card, including those which have been protected, are
cleared.
Power Switch
fully.
Lock Button 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
MENU Button
3 Press + or – to select “ MEMORY” and press SET/
SELECT. The MEMORY Menu appears.
SET/SELECT
Button +, – Button 4 Press + or – to select “FORMAT” and press SET/
SELECT. The Confirmation Screen appears.

SELECT. The memory card is initialized. When
initialization is finished, “NO FILES STORED” or
“NO SOUND FILES” appears.
•To cancel initialization, press + or – to select
“CANCEL” and press SET/SELECT.
CAUTION:
Do not perform any other operation (such as turning
off the camcorder) during initialization. Also, be sure
to use the provided AC Power Adapter/Charger, as the
memory card may be corrupted if the battery becomes
Display exhausted during initialization. If the memory card
MEMORY Menu becomes corrupted initialize it.
PROTEC T
DELE T E
DPOF
FORMAT CANCEL
EXECUTE
RETURN
FORMAT Confirmation
FORMAT – CANCEL
Screen
EXECUTE
ERASE AL L
EX I ST I NG F I LES ?
ADVANCED FEATURES EN 39
ADVANCED FEATURES
CONTENTS
USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT ............. 40 – 46
For Recording Menu ................................................ 40 – 43
For Playback Menu ................................................. 44 – 46
FOR RECORDING ................................................ 47 – 57
5-Second Recording ......................................................... 47
Program AE With Special Effects ................................. 48 – 49
Fade/Wipe Effects .................................................. 50 – 51
Snapshot (For Video Recording) .......................................... 52
Auto Focus/Manual Focus ................................................. 53
Exposure Control ............................................................ 54
Iris Lock ....................................................................... 54
White Balance Adjustment ................................................ 55
Manual White Balance Operation ........................................ 55
Digital Sound Effects ................................................ 56 – 57
DUBBING .......................................................... 58 – 61
Dubbing To A VCR ........................................................... 58
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing) .................................. 59
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory Card ...... 60
Dubbing Moving Images Recorded On A Tape To A Memory
Card (E-Mail Clip Recording) .............................................. 61
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ....................... 62 – 73
Installing The Batteries .................................................... 62
Slow-Motion Playback ..................................................... 64
Frame-By-Frame Playback ................................................ 64
Playback Zoom .............................................................. 64
Playback Special Effects .................................................... 65
Audio Dubbing ............................................................... 66
Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects ............................. 67
Insert Editing ................................................................. 68
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit] ............................ 69 – 72
For More Accurate Editing ................................................. 73
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ........................................ 74 – 75
Connection To A Personal Computer ..................................... 74
Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With A DV Connector ......... 75
40 EN USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT
MENU Button For Recording Menu
SET/SELECT Button +, – Button This camcorder is equipped with an easy-to-use,
on-screen menu system that simplifies many of the more
detailed camcorder settings ( pg. 41 – 43).
Power Switch 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the
LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Lock Button
3 Press + or – to select the desired function icon, and
press SET/SELECT. The selected function menu
appears.
Display
W I PE / FADER
PROGRAM AE
W. BAL ANC E
OF F Menu Screen 4 Function menu setting depends on the function.
If you have selected “ WIPE/FADER”,
CAMERA “ PROGRAM AE” or “ W. BALANCE” . . .
MANUA L
SYSTEM REC MODE – SP
…see pg. 41.
D I SPL AY SOUND MODE – 12B I T
DSC ZOOM – 40 x If you have selected “ CAMERA”,
SNAP MODE – FUL L
END GA I N UP – AGC “ MANUAL”, “ SYSTEM”, “ DISPLAY” or
“ DSC”. . .
RETURN …go to step 5.
Sub Menu 5 Press + or – to select the desired function and press

SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears.
Then, press + or – to select the parameter, and press
DIS – OF F
ON SET/SELECT. Selection is complete.
6 Press + or – to select “ RETURN” and press SET/

SELECT twice. The Menu Screen closes.
•The icon represents “END”.
BEEP – MELODY
TAL LY – ON
DEMO MODE – 06
CAM R E SET
SOUND I N – MIC
RETURN
ON SCRE E N – LCD / TV
T I ME CODE – O FF
CLOCK D E C 25 ’01
ADJ . 5 : 30 PM
RETURN
QUAL I TY – F I NE
IMAGE SIZE – V GA
REC S E L E CT –
W I PE / FADER
PROGRAM AE
W. BAL ANC E
CAMERA
MANUA L
RETURN SYSTEM
D I SPL AY
DSC
END
Normal Screen
EN 41
Menu Screen Explanations
WIPE/FADER Refer to “Fade/Wipe Effects” ( pg. 50, 51).
PROGRAM AE Refer to “Program AE With Special Effects” ( pg. 48, 49).
W.BALANCE Refer to “White Balance Adjustment” and “Manual White Balance Opera-
tion” ( pg. 55).
REC MODE Allows you to set the recording mode (SP or LP) depending on your
preference ( pg. 15).
SOUND 12 BIT Enables video recording of stereo sound on four separate channels, and is
MODE recommended for use when performing audio dubbing. (Equivalent to the
32 kHz mode of previous models)
16 BIT Enables video recording of stereo sound on two separate channels.
(Equivalent to the 48 kHz mode of previous models)
ZOOM 10X When set to “10X” while using digital zoom, the zoom magnification will
reset to 10X since digital zoom will be disengaged.
40X Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a
CAMERA
maximum of 40X digital magnification.

200X Allows you to use the Digital Zoom. By digitally processing and magnifying
images, zooming is possible from 10X (the optical zoom limit), to a
maximum of 200X digital magnification.
SNAP MODE Refer to “Basic Shooting (Snapshot)” ( pg. 28) or “Snapshot (For Video
Recording)” ( pg. 52).
GAIN UP OFF Allows you to shoot dark scenes with no picture brightness adjustment.
AGC The overall appearance may be grainy, but the image is bright.
AUTO The shutter speed is automatically adjusted (1/30 — 1/200 sec.). Shooting a
subject in low or poor lighting at 1/30 sec. shutter speed provides a brighter
image than in the AGC mode, but the subject’s movements are not smooth
or natural. The overall appearance may be grainy. While the shutter speed
is being automatically adjusted, “ ” is displayed.
DIS OFF To compensate for unstable images caused by camera-shake, particularly at
high magnification.
NOTES:
● Accurate stabilisation may not be possible if hand shake is excessive, or
under the following conditions:
•When shooting subjects with vertical or horizontal stripes.
ON •When shooting dark or dim subjects.
MANUAL
•When shooting subjects with excessive backlighting.

•When shooting scenes with movement in various directions.
•When shooting scenes with low-contrast backgrounds.
● Switch off this mode when recording with the camcorder on a tripod.
● The “ ” indicator blinks or goes out if the Stabiliser cannot be used.
5S OFF Refer to “5-Second Recording” ( pg. 47).
5S
ANIM. Allows you to record a few frames only. By using an inanimate object and
changing its position between shots, you can record the subject as though it is
moving ( pg. 47).
TELE OFF Usually the distance to a subject where the lens is in focus depends on the
MACRO zoom magnification. Unless there is a distance more than 1 m (3.3 ft) to the
subject, the lens is out of focus at the maximum telephoto setting. When set
to “ON”, you can shoot a subject as large as possible at a distance of
ON
approx. 60 cm (2 ft).
•Depending on the zoom position, the lens may go out of focus.
42 EN USING MENUS FOR DETAILED ADJUSTMENT (cont.)
Menu Screen Explanations (cont.)
WIDE OFF Records with no change in the screen ratio. For playback on a TV with a
MODE normal screen ratio.
CINEMA Inserts black bands at the top and bottom of the screen. During playback on
wide-screen TVs, the black bands at the top and bottom of the screen are
cut and the screen ratio becomes 16:9. appears. When using this
mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/
recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, black bands are inserted at
the top and bottom of the screen and the image appears like a letterboxed
16:9 movie.
•“CINEMA” mode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is
MANUAL
set to “VIDEO”.
SQUEEZE For playback on TVs with an aspect ratio of 16:9. Naturally expands the
image to fit the screen without distortion. appears. When using this
mode, refer to your wide-screen TV’s instruction manual. During playback/
recording on 4:3 TVs/LCD monitor/viewfinder, the image is elongated
vertically.
•“SQUEEZE” mode is effective only when the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is
set to “VIDEO”.
WIND OFF Disengages the function which cuts down on noise created by wind.
CUT
ON Helps cut down on noise created by wind. “ ” appears. The quality of
the sound will change. This is normal.
BEEP OFF Even though not heard while shooting, shutter sound is recorded on the
tape.
BEEP The beep sounds when the power is turned on or off, and at the beginning
and end of recording. Also to activate the shutter sound effect ( pg. 28,
52).
MELODY Instead of a beep, a melody sounds when any operation is performed. It
also activates the shutter sound effect ( pg. 28, 52).
TALLY OFF The tally lamp remains off at all times.
SYSTEM
ON The tally lamp comes on to signal the start of recording.

DEMO OFF Automatic demonstration will not take place.
MODE Demonstrates certain functions such as Program AE with special effects,
ON
etc., and can be used to confirm how these functions operate. When
“DEMO MODE” is set to “ON” and the Menu Screen is closed, demonstra-
tion starts. Performing any operation during the demonstration stops the
demonstration temporarily. If no operation is performed for more than 1
minute after that, the demonstration will resume.
NOTES:
● If a tape is in the camcorder, the demonstration cannot be turned on.
● “DEMO MODE” remains “ON” even if the camcorder power is turned
off.
● If “DEMO MODE” remains “ON”, some functions will not be available.
After viewing demo, set to “OFF”.
EN 43
CAM CANCEL Does not reset all settings to the factory-preset.
RESET
EXECUTE Resets all settings to the factory-preset.
SYSTEM
SOUND MIC Enables sound input from camcorder’s stereo microphone, when Audio
IN Dubbing ( pg. 66) is executed. “MIC” appears on the Audio Dubbing
screen.
D.SOUND Enables sound effect input recorded on the provided memory card, when
Audio Dubbing ( pg. 67) is executed. “D. SOUND” appears on the Audio
Dubbing screen.
ON LCD Keeps the camcorder’s display (except the date, time and time code) from
SCREEN appearing on the connected TV screen.
LCD/TV Makes the camcorder’s display appear on screen when the camcorder is
connected to a TV.
DATE/ OFF The date/time does not appear.
DISPLAY
TIME
AUTO Displays the date/time for approx. 5 seconds in the following cases:
•When the Power Switch is set from “OFF” to “ ” or “ ”.
•When playback starts. The camcorder displays the date/time when scenes
are recorded.
•When the date is changed during playback.
ON The date/time is always displayed.
TIME OFF Time code is not displayed.
CODE
ON Time code is displayed on the camcorder and on the connected TV. Frame
numbers are not displayed during recording.
CLOCK ADJ. Allows you to set the current date and time ( pg. 13).
QUALITY Allows you to set the Picture Quality mode (FINE and STANDARD)
depending on your preference ( pg. 17).
IMAGE SIZE Allows you to set the Image Size mode (XGA and VGA) depending on your
preference ( pg. 17).
DSC
REC When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch

SELECT set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded only onto the tape.
/ When Snapshot recording is performed with the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch
set to “VIDEO”, still images are recorded not only onto the tape but also in
the memory card.
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “ CAMERA” settings are effective when the Power Switch is set to both “ ” and “ ”.
● The “ MANUAL” settings are effective only when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
●“ SYSTEM” and “ DISPLAY” functions which are set when the Power Switch is set to “ ” are also
applied when the Power Switch is set to “ ” ( pg. 44). “CLOCK ADJ.” only appears when the Power
Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “ DISPLAY” settings are effective even when the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
● The “ON SCREEN” setting can also be changed by pressing the DISPLAY Button on the remote control
(provided) ( pg. 25, 58, 70).
For Playback Menu
MENU Button
The following procedure applies to all except Synchro
SET/SELECT Button +, – Button Comp (墌 pg. 73).

the Lock Button located on the switch. Open the LCD
monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
Power Switch
3 Press + or – to select the desired function icon, and

press SET/SELECT. The selected function menu
appears.
Lock Button
4 Press + or – to select the desired function, and press
SET/SELECT to display the Sub Menu.
Display
V I DEO
SYSTEM
D I SPL AY
MEMOR Y
SOUND MODE
12B I T MODE
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
5 Press + or – to select the desired parameter and
press SET/SELECT. Selection is complete.
COPY

SELECT twice to close the Menu Screen.
END
Menu Screen Explanations
SOUND MODE 墌 pg. 46.
SOUND MOD E – STEREO 12BIT MODE 墌 pg. 46.
12B I T MOD E – SOUND 1
SYNCHRO
REC MODE
–
–
O.O
SP SYNCHRO 墌 pg. 73.
COPY – OF F
REC MODE Allows you to set the video
recording mode (SP or LP)
RETURN
depending on your preference
VIDEO
(墌 pg. 15). It is recommended

BEEP – MELODY
you use “REC MODE” in the
TAL LY
DEMO MODE
– ON
– ON
“ VIDEO” when using this
CAM R E SET camcorder as a recorder during
SOUND IN – MIC
digital dubbing (墌 pg. 59).
RETURN
ON: Enables dubbing of images
COPY recorded on a tape to a memory
card (墌 pg. 60).
ON SCRE E N – LCD / TV OFF: Enables snapshots to be
T I ME CODE – OF F taken during video playback.
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
RETURN
NOTES:
● It is also possible to change the ON SCREEN settings by
V I DEO PROTE C T
SYSTEM DELE T E pressing DISPLAY on the remote control (provided).
D I SPL AY
MEMOR Y
DPOF
FORMAT ● “REC MODE” can be set when the Power Switch is set
to “ ” or “ ” (墌 pg. 15, 41).
END
EN 45
Menu Screen Explanations (cont.) Display
ON SCREEN setting:
SYSTEM
12B I T / SOUND1 SP 46
For playback sound,

Each setting is linked with “ DISPLAY” tape speed and tape
or “ SYSTEM”, which appears when the running during video
Power Switch is set to “ ” (墌 pg. 42, 43). playback.
The parameters are the same as in the
DISPLAY
description on pg. 42, 43.
IMAGE 100-0001 6
For type of file,

directory, file name,
MEMORY
index number and

total number during
墌 pg. 30 – 38 D.S.C. playback.
1 / 50
DATE/TIME setting:
For date during
D.S.C. playback.
For date/time during

DEC 2 5 ’0 1 video playback.
5 : 3 0 PM
TIME CODE setting: For time code.
Minutes
Seconds
Frames*
*30 frames = 1 second

12 : 34 : 24

Playback Sound
During playback, the camcorder detects the sound mode in which the recording was made, and plays the
sound back. Select the type of sound to accompany your playback picture. According to the menu access
explanation on pg. 44, select “SOUND MODE” or “12BIT MODE” from the Menu Screen and set it to the
desired parameter.
STEREO Sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.

SOUND MODE SOUND L Sound from the “L” channel is output in stereo.
SOUND R Sound from the “R” channel is output in stereo.
MIX Original and dubbed sounds are combined and output in stereo on
both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
12BIT MODE
SOUND 1 Original sound is output on both“L” and “R” channels in stereo.
SOUND 2 Dubbed sound is output on both “L” and “R” channels in stereo.
: Factory-preset
NOTES:
● The “SOUND MODE” setting is available for both 12-bit and 16-bit sound. (In previous models’ functions,
“12-bit” is called “32 kHz” and “16-bit” is called “48 kHz”.)
● The camcorder cannot detect the sound mode in which the recording was made during fast-forward or
rewind. During playback the sound mode is displayed in the upper left corner.
FOR RECORDING EN 47
5-Second Recording
VIDEO/MEMORY Record a vacation or an important event in 5-second clips
Switch to keep the action moving. This function is available only
for video recording.
Recording Start/
Stop Button
the Lock Button located on the switch. Pull out the
Power Switch viewfinder fully or open the LCD monitor fully.
3 Press + or – to select “ MANUAL”, and press SET/

SELECT. The MANUAL Menu appears.
Lock Button
4 Press + or – to select “5S”, and press SET/SELECT. The
Sub Menu appears.
MENU Button
SET/SELECT
5 Press + or – to select “5S”, and press SET/SELECT.
Selection is complete. Press + or – to select “ RE-
TURN”, and press SET/SELECT twice to close the
Menu Screen.
•“5S” appears.
6 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button. The tally lamp

lights and beep sounds to indicate the start of
recording, and after 5 seconds the camcorder enters
Record-Standby mode.
•Even if you press the Recording Start/Stop Button
again within 5 seconds after recording starts,
Record-Standby mode is not engaged.
7 To exit the 5S mode, select “OFF” in step 5.
SNAPSHOT Button
To Take A Snapshot In The 5-Second Recording Mode . . .
.... instead of pressing the Recording Start/Stop Button in
step 6, select the desired Snapshot mode in the Menu
Screen, then press SNAPSHOT. The camcorder
records a 5-second still (墌 pg. 52). When “5S” is set
Display
MANUAL Menu to “ANIM.” (墌 pg. 41) this function is not available.
5S – OF F NOTE:
5S When “5S” is set to “ANIM.” in the Menu Screen the
AN I M .
5-second recording mode is not available. Animation
recording of a few frames only is taken instead (墌 pg. 41).
48 EN FOR RECORDING (cont.)
IMPORTANT:
Some modes of Program AE with special
Program AE With Special Effects
effects cannot be used with certain Fade/Wipe
Effects (墌 pg. 50, 51). If an unusable mode is
selected, its indicator blinks or goes out. 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down
MENU Button
SET/SELECT Button +, – Button 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
3 Press + or – to select “ PROGRAM AE”, then

press SET/SELECT. PROGRAM AE Menu appears.
Power Switch
4 Press + or – to select the desired mode (墌 below
and pg. 49), then press SET/SELECT. Selection is
complete. Press SET/SELECT again. The Menu
Screen closes.
•The selected mode indicator appears.
To Deactivate The Selected Mode . . .

Lock Button ... select “OFF” in step 4.
NOTE:
Program AE with special effects can be changed during
recording or during Record-Standby.
NIGHT ALIVE
Makes dark subjects or areas even brighter than
Display they would be under good natural lighting.
SHUT T ER 1/100 PROGRAM AE Although the recorded image is not grainy, it may
SPORT S
SNOW Menu look as if it is strobing due to the slow shutter
SPOT L I GHT speed. The shutter speed is automatically
TW I L I GHT
SEP I A adjusted to provide up to 30 times sensitivity.
MONOT ONE “ ” appears beside “ ” while the shutter speed
CLASS I C F I LM
STROB E is being automatically adjusted.
V I DEO ECHO
OF F SLOW (Slow Shutter)
Lights dark subjects or areas even brighter than
they would be under good natural lighting. Use
“SLOW” only in dark areas.
SLOW 10X
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity further to
allow shooting in even darker environments.
SLOW 4X
Slow Shutter raises light sensitivity to allow
shooting in dark environments.

EN 49
SHUTTER (Variable Shutter Speed) SEPIA
1/60 – The shutter speed is fixed at 1/60th of a Recorded scenes have a brownish tint like old
second. Black bands that usually appear when photos. Combine this with the Cinema mode for a
shooting a TV screen become narrower. classic look.
1/100 – The shutter speed is fixed at 1/100th of a
second. The flickering that occurs when shooting MONOTONE
under a fluorescent light or mercury-vapour lamp Like classic black and white films, your footage is
is reduced. shot in B/W. Used together with the Cinema
mode, it enhances the “classic film” effect.
SPORTS
(Variable Shutter Speed: CLASSIC FILM
1/250 – 1/4000) Gives recorded scenes a
This setting allows fast- strobe effect.
moving images to be
captured one frame at a
time, for vivid, stable
slow-motion playback. The faster the shutter
speed, the darker the picture becomes. Use the STROBE
shutter function under good lighting conditions. Your recording looks like
SNOW a series of consecutive
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise snapshots.
appear too dark when shooting in extremely
bright surroundings such as in the snow.
SPOTLIGHT
Compensates for subjects that may otherwise VIDEO ECHO
appear too bright when shooting under extremely Adds a “ghost” to the
strong direct lighting such as spotlights. subject, giving your
recording a “fantasy”
TWILIGHT feeling. Zoom magnifica-
Makes evening scenes tion of over 10X is not
look more natural. available.
White Balance (墌 pg.
55) is automatically set to
“ ”, but can be
changed to your desired
setting. When Twilight is chosen, the camcorder
automatically adjusts the focus from approx. 10
m (32 ft) to infinity. From less than 10 m (32 ft),
adjust the focus manually. The flash does not fire
in this mode.
NOTES:
For NIGHT ALIVE: For SLOW (Slow Shutter):
● During Night-Alive, the following functions or ● When using “SLOW”, the image takes on a
settings cannot be activated and its indicator strobe-like effect.
blinks or goes out: ● When using “SLOW”, it may be difficult to bring
• Some modes of “Picture Wipe/Dissolve” (墌 pg. the camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of
50, 51). manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended.
•“GAIN UP” in CAMERA Menu (墌 pg. 41). For SPOTLIGHT:
•“DIS” in MANUAL Menu (墌 pg. 41). “SPOTLIGHT” has the same effect as –3 with the
•Video Flash with the optional VL-F3U. exposure control (墌 pg. 54).
•Video Light with the optional VL-V3U.
● During Night-Alive, it may be difficult to bring the
camcorder into focus. To prevent this, use of
manual focus and/or a tripod is recommended.
Fade/Wipe Effects FADE/WIPE SELECTION ( , , , ,
These effects let you make pro-style scene
, , , , and )
transitions. Use them to spice up the transition Fade or Wipe works when video recording is started or
from one scene to the next. You can also vary when you stop recording.
transitions from scene to scene.
IMPORTANT:
Some Fade/Wipe Effects cannot be used with
certain modes of Program AE with special LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder fully.
effects (墌 pg. 48, 49). If an unusable Fade/
Wipe Effect is selected, its indicator blinks or
goes out. 2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch 3 Press + or – to select “
SET/SELECT.
WIPE/FADER”, then press
Recording Start/
Stop Button
4 Press + or – to select the desired function, then press
SET/SELECT. Selection is complete. Press SET/
SELECT again.
•The WIPE/FADER Menu disappears and the effect
is reserved. The indicator representing the selected
Power Switch
effect appears.
5 Press the Recording Start/Stop Button to activate the

Fade-in/out or Wipe-in/out.
To Deactivate The Selected Effect . . .

... select “OFF” in step 4.
Lock Button
PICTURE WIPE OR DISSOLVE SELECTION
( , , , , , and )
MENU Button The Picture Wipe or Dissolve works when video
recording is started.
SET/SELECT Button +, – Button
1 Follow steps 1 through 4 above.
2 Engage the Record-Standby mode.

If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during recording . . .
.... press the Recording Start/Stop Button when one
scene is finished. The point at which the scene
ended is stored in memory.
If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during Record-
Standby mode . . .
NOTES: .... press the Recording Start/Stop Button to start
● You can extend the length of a Fade or Wipe recording and press it again when one scene is
by pressing and holding the Recording Start/ finished. The point at which the scene ended is
Stop Button. stored in memory.
● If the power is turned off after a scene is If you select Picture Wipe/Dissolve during Record-
finished recording, the stored point is Standby mode after performing a Picture Wipe/
erased, disabling the Picture Wipe/Dissolve Dissolve . . .
combination. When this happens, the .... the point at which the scene ended is already
Picture Wipe/Dissolve indicator blinks. Also stored in memory.
note that power shuts off automatically if 5
minutes elapse in the Record-Standby mode.
● The sound at the end of the last recorded
scene is not stored.
3 If you start recording a new scene within 5 minutes of
the end of the previous recording (without having
turned the camcorder’s power off), the previous scene
wipes out, revealing the new scene.
EN 51
Fader And Wipe Menu
Menu Effect
FADER — WHITE Fade in or out with a white screen.
Fade in or out with a black screen.

FADER — BLACK
Fade in to a colour screen from a black and white screen, or fade
FADER — B.W out from colour to black and white.
Fade in or out with a full-screen mosaic effect.
MOSAIC
Wipe in on a black screen from the upper right to the lower left
WIPE — CORNER corner, or wipe out from lower left to upper right, leaving a black
screen.
The scene starts in the centre of a black screen and wipes in toward
WIPE — WINDOW the corners, or comes in from the corners, gradually wiping out to
the centre.
Wipe in from right to left, or wipe out from left to right.
WIPE — SLIDE
Wipe in as the two halves of a black screen open to the left and
WIPE — DOOR right, revealing the scene, or wipe out and the black screen
reappears from left and right to cover the scene.
The scene wipes in from the bottom to the top of a black screen, or
WIPE — SCROLL wipes out from top to bottom, leaving a black screen.
Wipe in from the centre of a black screen toward the top and
WIPE — SHUTTER bottom, or wipe out from the top and bottom toward the centre
leaving a black screen.
The new scene gradually appears as the old one gradually disap-
DISSOLVE pears.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the upper right
WIPE — CORNER corner to the lower left corner.
The next scene gradually wipes in from the centre of the screen
WIPE — WINDOW toward the corners, covering the previous scene.
The next scene gradually wipes in over the previous one from right
WIPE — SLIDE to left.
The previous scene wipes out from the centre to the right and left,
WIPE — DOOR like a door being pushed open to reveal the next scene.
The new scene wipes in over the last one from the bottom of the
WIPE — SCROLL screen to the top.
The new scene wipes in over the previous one from the centre
WIPE — SHUTTER toward the top and bottom of the screen.
MENU Button Snapshot (For Video Recording)
SET/SELECT This feature lets you record still images that look like
Button +, – Button photographs onto a tape.
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch SNAPSHOT MODE SELECTION

Power Switch
SNAPSHOT Button
3 Press + or – to select “ CAMERA”, then press SET/
4 Press + or – to select “SNAP MODE”, then press

SET/SELECT.
Lock Button 5 Press + or – to select the desired Snapshot mode,

then press SET/SELECT. Press + or – to select
“ RETURN” and press SET/SELECT twice. The
Display
Menu Screen closes.
CAMERA Menu •The available Snapshot modes are as the same as
those on page 29.
SNAP MODE – P I N–UP
FRAME SNAPSHOT RECORDING
FUL L
MUL T I – 4
MUL T I – 9
1 Press SNAPSHOT.
is being taken.
appears while the snapshot
If you press during Record-Standby . . .

.... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the
camcorder re-enters the Record-Standby mode.
NOTES:
● To remove the shutter sound, 墌 “BEEP” on If you press during Recording . . .
pg. 40, 42. .... “PHOTO” appears and a still image will be
● Even if “MULTI-4” or “MULTI-9” is engaged, recorded for approx. 6 seconds, then the normal
Snapshot recording will be performed in the recording resumes.
FULL mode during Digital Zoom or Night- •Regardless of the Power Switch position (“ ” or
Alive (墌 pg. 48). “ ”), Snapshot recording takes place using the
● If Snapshot recording is not possible, “ ” selected Snapshot mode.
blinks when SNAPSHOT is pressed.
● If Program AE with special effects (墌 pg. 48) Motor Drive Mode
is engaged, certain modes of Program AE Keeping SNAPSHOT pressed provides an effect similar to
with special effects are disabled during serial photography. (Interval between still images:
Snapshot recording. In such a case, the icon approx. 1 second)
blinks. ● The Motor Drive mode is disabled when “REC SELECT”
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed when “DIS” is set is set to “ / ” in the Menu Screen
to “ON” (墌 pg. 41), the Stabiliser will be (墌 pg. 43).
disabled.
● During playback as well, all snapshot modes
are available when “ COPY” is set
to “OFF” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 44).
However, the shutter sound is not heard.
● When a cable is connected to the AV
connector, the shutter sound is not heard
from the speaker, however it is recorded
onto the tape.
EN 53
Focus detection zone While focusing on a further While focusing on a nearer
subject subject
Manual focus indicator
FEATURE: Auto Focus

PURPOSE:
The camcorder’s Full Range AF system offers continuous shooting ability from close-up (as close as approx.
5 cm (2”) to the subject) to infinity.
However, correct focus may not be obtainable in the situations listed below (in these cases use manual
focusing):
•When two subjects overlap in the same scene.
•When illumination is low.*
•When the subject has no contrast (difference in brightness and darkness), such as a flat, one-colour wall,
or a clear, blue sky.*
•When a dark object is barely visible in the viewfinder.*
•When the scene contains minute patterns or identical patterns that are regularly repeated.
•When the scene is affected by sunbeams or light reflecting off the surface of a body of water.
•When shooting a scene with a high-contrast background.
* The following low-contrast warnings appear blinking: , , and
NOTES:
● If the lens is smeared or blurred, accurate focusing is not possible. Keep the lens clean, wiping with a
piece of soft cloth if it gets dirty. When condensation occurs, wipe with a soft cloth or wait for it to dry
naturally.
● When shooting a subject close to the lens, zoom out first ( 墌 pg. 21). If zoomed-in in the auto focus
mode, the camcorder may automatically zoom out depending on the distance between the camcorder
and the subject. This will not occur when “TELE MACRO” ( 墌 pg. 41) is activated.
FEATURE: Manual Focus

PURPOSE:
To obtain correct focus.
OPERATION:
1) If you are using the viewfinder, you should already have made the necessary viewfinder adjustments
(墌 pg. 12).
2) Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the Lock Button located on the switch, then press
FOCUS/BLANK (墌 pg. 86 and 87, $ FOCUS/BLANK Button). The manual focus indicator appears.
3) To focus on a farther subject, press +. “ ” appears and blinks.
To focus on a nearer subject, press –. “ ” appears and blinks.
4) Press SET/SELECT. Focus adjustment is complete.
To reset to Auto Focus, press FOCUS/BLANK twice or set the Power Switch to “ ”.
If FOCUS/BLANK is pressed once, the camcorder will enter the focus adjustment mode again.
NOTES:
● Be sure to focus the lens in the maximum telephoto position when you use the Manual Focus mode. If
you focus in on a subject in the wide-angle position, sharply focused images cannot be obtained when
zoomed up because the depth-of-field is reduced at longer focal lengths.
● When the focus level cannot be adjusted any further or closer, “ ” or “ ” will blink.
Exposure Control Iris Lock
Manual exposure control is recommended in the Use this function in the following situations:
following situations: • When shooting a moving subject.
• When shooting using reverse lighting or when the • When the distance to the subject changes (so its
background is too bright. size in the LCD monitor or the viewfinder
• When shooting on a reflective natural background changes), such as when the subject is backing
such as at the beach or when skiing. away.
• When the background is overly dark or the • When shooting on a reflective natural background
subject is bright. such as at the beach or when skiing.
• When shooting objects under a spotlight.

• When zooming.
When the subject is close, keep the iris locked.
Even when the subject moves away from you, the
image will not darken or brighten.
2 Press EXPOSURE. The exposure control

indicator appear.
Before the following steps, perform steps 1 and 2
of “Exposure Control”.
3 Press + to brighten the image, or – to darken

the image. (maximum ±6) 3 Adjust zoom so that the subject fills the LCD
monitor or the viewfinder, then press and hold
SET/SELECT for over 2 seconds. The exposure
4 Press SET/SELECT. Exposure adjustment is
complete.
control indicator and “ ” appear.
Press SET/SELECT. “ ” changes to “ ” and
the iris is locked.
To Return To Automatic Exposure Control . . .
… press EXPOSURE twice or set the Power Switch to
“ ”. (If EXPOSURE is pressed once, the camcorder
will enter the exposure control mode again.)
3
To Brighten The Subject Quickly . . .
… press BACKLIGHT. is displayed and the
subject is brightened. If pressed again,
disappears and the brightness returns to the
previous level. Iris lock indicator
• +3 exposure has the same effect as the
BACKLIGHT Button.
• Using BACKLIGHT Button may cause the light To Return To Automatic Iris Control . . .
around the subject to become too bright and the ... press EXPOSURE twice so that the exposure
subject to become white. control indicator and “ ” disappear. Or, set the
• Backlight compensations is also available when Power Switch to “ ”.
the Power Switch is set to “ ”.
To Lock The Exposure Control And The Iris . . .
NOTE: ... after step 2 of “Exposure Control”, adjust the
You cannot use the manual exposure control at the exposure by pressing + or –. Then lock the iris in
same time with backlight, spotlight (墌 pg. 49) step 3 of “Iris Lock”. For automatic locking, press
compensation and “SNOW” (墌 pg. 49). EXPOSURE twice in step 2. The iris becomes
automatic after about 2 seconds.
SET/SELECT +, – Button
Button BACKLIGHT Iris
Button Like the pupil of the human eye, it contracts in well-
lit environments to keep too much light from
entering, and dilates in dim environments to allow in
more light.
EXPOSURE
Button
Power Switch
EN 55
White Balance Adjustment Manual White Balance Operation
A term that refers to the correctness of color Perform Manual White Balance when shooting under
reproduction under various lighting. If the white various types of lighting.
balance is correct, all other colors will be accu-
rately reproduced.
The white balance is usually adjusted automatically.
However, more advanced camcorder operators
1 Follow steps 1 through 4 of the white balance
adjustment, and select “ MWB”.
control this function manually to achieve a more

professional color/tint reproduction. 2 Hold a sheet of plain white paper in front of the
subject. Adjust zoom or position yourself so that
the white paper fills the screen.
1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing

Open the LCD monitor fully or pull out the 3 Press SET/SELECT until
rapidly.
begins blinking
viewfinder fully. When the setting is completed, resumes

normal blinking.
4 Press SET/SELECT twice. The Menu Screen

closes and the Manual White Balance indicator
3 Press + or – to select “ W.BALANCE”, then

press SET/SELECT. The W.BALANCE Menu
appears.
is displayed.
4 Press + or – to select the desired mode.

“AUTO” – White balance is adjusted
automatically (factory
White paper
MENU Button
+, – Button
preset).
“ MWB” – White balance is set
manually.
“ FINE” – Outdoors on a sunny day.
“ CLOUD” – Outdoors on a cloudy day.
“ HALOGEN” – A video light or similar
type of lighting is used. SET/SELECT
Button
5 Press SET/SELECT. Selection is complete. Press

SET/SELECT again. The Menu Screen closes
and the selected mode indicator except
Power Switch
“AUTO” appears.
NOTES:
To Return To Automatic White Balance . . .
● In step 2, it may be difficult to focus on the white
... select “AUTO” in step 4. Or, set the Power
paper. In such a case, adjust focus manually
Switch to “ ”.
(墌 pg. 53).
NOTE: ● A subject can be shot under various types of
White balance cannot be used when Sepia or lighting conditions indoors (natural, flourescent,
Monotone (墌 pg. 49) is activated. candlelight, etc.). Because the color temperature
is different depending on the light source, the
subject tint will differ depending on the white
balance settings. Use this function for a more
natural result.
● Once you adjust white balance manually, the
setting is retained even if the power is turned off
or the battery removed.
MENU Button
Digital Sound Effects
12 sound effects (EXPLOSION, SIREN, LAUGHTER,
INDEX RACE CAR, DOOR BELL, BUZZER, FANFARE, AP-
PLAUSE, CHEERS, BOING, SCREAM and JEERS) pre-
VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch stored in the provided memory card can be dubbed onto
a tape.
SOUND EFFECT MODE SELECTION
1 Load the provided memory card (墌 pg. 16) and a

cassette (墌 pg. 14).
Power Switch
set the Power Switch to “ ” or “ ” while pressing
SET/SELECT the LCD monitor fully or pull out the viewfinder
Button fully.
D.SOUND
Button 3 Press INDEX. The sound effects Index Screen
appears.
Lock Button
4 Press + or – to select the desired sound effect.
•Pressing D.SOUND starts playback of the currently
selected sound effect so you can check it without
Display
EXIT SOUND Index Screen recording it onto the tape. Press D.SOUND again
EXPLOSION
for sound to stop the sound effect playback.
1 F 2 S 3 S
effects
4 F 5 F 6 F
Selected
(framed in
5 Press SET/SELECT. The selection is complete and the
selected sound effect indication is displayed.
green)
APPLAUSE Sound effect

indication
You can download sound data available at our Web Site (see below for URL) and transfer them from your
PC to the memory card to create more sound effects.
http://www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/download/d-sound/index.html
• Use the PC card adapter CU-VPSD60U or CU-V50U or floppy adapter CU-VFSD50U or CU-VFM40U to
transfer sound data from a PC to the memory card.
CU-V50U and CU-VFM40U: Available only for MultiMediaCard
CU-VPSD60U and CU-VFSD50U: Available for MultiMediaCard and SD Memory Card
• Sound data should be copied into the memory card’s DCSD\100JVCGR folder.
• The file names should be in numerical sequence starting from DVC00001.mp3. If you are using the
provided memory card, file names should be from DVC00013.mp3 since 12 sound effects are pre-stored
as DVC00001.mp3 through DVC00012.mp3.
EN 57
SOUND EFFECT RECORDING
6 Press D.SOUND during recording. The “ ” moves

and the selected sound effect is recorded onto the
tape.
•The sound effect cannot be heard from the speaker
during recording. Use a headphone set to hear the
sound effect.
To cancel recording the sound effect midway . . .

... press D.SOUND again. The camcorder stops record-
ing the sound effect.
NOTES:
● Sound effects can also be used for Audio Dubbing
(墌 pg. 67).
D.SOUND Button ● Sound effects can also be selected during D.S.C.
playback mode (墌 pg. 32).
● Sound effect recording is available only when the
sound effect indication is displayed.
● Sound effects created on a PC can be transferred to a
memory card by copying them into the memory card’s
sound folder with the specified file name. For details,
refer to the instruction manual of the provided
software. However, some sound (effects) created on a
PC cannot be played back with this camcorder.
58 EN DUBBING
Dubbing To A VCR
1 Following the illustration, connect the camcorder and

the VCR. Also refer to pg. 24 and 25.

set the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” while
pressing down the Lock Button located on the
To AV OUT To S-VIDEO
OUT switch, turn on the VCR’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the VCR.
3 Engage the VCR’s AUX and Record-Pause modes.
Audio/Video cable
[mini-plug to RCA
plug] (provided)
4 Engage the camcorder’s Play mode to find a spot just
before the edit-in point. Once it is reached, press
4/6 on the camcorder.
S-Video cable
To AUDIO,
VIDEO* IN
(optional)
5 Press 4/6 on the camcorder and engage the VCR’s
Record mode.
To S-VIDEO IN 6 Engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode and press

4/6 on the camcorder.
TV
VCR
7 Repeat steps 4 through 6 for additional editing, then
stop the VCR and camcorder when finished.
* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used.
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (墌 pg. 11).
● As the camcorder starts to play your footage it will appear on your TV. This will confirm the connections
and the AUX channel for dubbing purposes.
● Before you start dubbing, make sure that the indications do not appear on the connected TV. If they do,
they are being recorded onto the new tape.
To choose whether or not the following displays appear on the connected TV . . .
•Date/Time
.... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 44, 45).
•Time Code
.... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 44, 45).
•Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 44, 45). Or, press DISPLAY on
the remote control.
● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the YTU94146B S-Video cable.
Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet included in the package for details on its
availability. Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the camcorder. The core filter reduces
interference.
● You can use Playback Zoom ( 墌 pg. 64) or Playback Special Effects ( 墌 pg. 65) in step 5.
EN 59
Dubbing To Or From A Video Unit Equipped
With A DV Connector (Digital Dubbing)
It is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the
camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV
connector. Since a digital signal is sent, there is little if
any image or sound deterioration.
[To use this camcorder as a player]
To DV IN/
Open the
connector
cover.
OUT
1 Make sure all units are turned off. Connect the
camcorder to a video unit equipped with a DV input
connector using a DV cable as shown in the
illustration.
Core filter
DV cable
(optional)
2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, set
the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” while
switch, turn on the video unit’s power, and insert the
appropriate cassettes in the camcorder and the
To DV IN/OUT Video unit video unit.
equipped with DV
connector
3 Press 4/6 to play back the source tape.
4 While watching the playback on the monitor,

engage the DV connector-equipped video unit’s
record mode from the spot on the source tape you
want to begin recording.
NOTES:
● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack (墌 pg. 11).
● If the remote control is used when both the player and recorder are JVC video units, both units will
perform the same operation. To prevent this from happening, press the buttons on both units.
● If a blank portion or disturbed image is played back on the player during dubbing, the dubbing may stop
so that an unusual image is not dubbed.
● Even though the DV cable is connected correctly, sometimes the image may not appear in step 4. If this
occurs, turn off the power and make connections again.
● If “Playback Zoom” (墌 pg. 64), “Playback Special Effects” (墌 pg. 65) or “Snapshot” is attempted during
playback, only the original playback image recorded on the tape is output from the DV IN/OUT connec-
tor.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.
To Use This Camcorder As A Recorder . . .

1. Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing
2. Set “REC MODE” to “SP” or “LP” in the Menu Screen (墌 pg. 44).
3. Connect the DV cable as shown in the illustration and load a cassette to record on.
4. Press the START/STOP button on the remote control to engage the Record-Pause mode. “ DV. IN ”
appears on the screen.
5. Press the START/STOP button on the remote control to start recording. rotates.
6. Press the START/STOP button on the remote control again to engage the Record-Pause mode. stops
rotating.
NOTES:
● Digital Dubbing is performed in the sound mode recorded on the original tape, regardless of the
current “SOUND MODE” setting (墌 pg. 41).
● During Digital Dubbing, no signals are output from the AV output connector.
60 EN DUBBING (cont.)
Dubbing Still Images Recorded On A Tape
VIDEO/MEMORY To A Memory Card
Switch Still images can be dubbed from a tape to a memory
card.
1 Load a memory card (墌 pg. 16) and cassette

(墌 pg. 14).
2 Select the Snapshot mode in the Menu Screen

(墌 pg. 28) to use for dubbing the image to the
memory card.

MENU Button
SET/SELCT
Play/Pause
4 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears. Press + or –
to select “ VIDEO” and press SET/SELECT. The
VIDEO Menu appears.
Button (4/6)
Power Switch
5 Press + or – to select “ COPY” and press
SET/SELECT. The Sub Menu appears. Press + or – to
select “ON” and press SET/SELECT. Selection is
complete.

SELECT twice. The normal playback screen resumes.
Lock Button 7 To select a still image to be dubbed, start playback

by pressing 4/6. At the moment you find the
image you wish to dub, press it again to engage Still
Playback.
SNAPSHOT Button
Display
VIDEO Menu 8 To start dubbing, press SNAPSHOT. The selected
image is stored in the memory card.
•“ ” blinks during dubbing.
NOTES:
● If SNAPSHOT is pressed in step 8 when a memory card
COPY – OF F is not loaded, the message “COPYING FAILED” is
ON
displayed.
● If an image recorded on the tape using the WIDE mode
(墌 pg. 42) is dubbed to a memory card, the WIDE
mode identifying signal is not dubbed with it.
SP 6
● To use Playback Special Effects with a video image you
wish to dub, perform up to step 8 using the remote
control (provided) (墌 pg. 65).
● Images are dubbed in VGA file size.
EN 61
E-MAIL CLIP REC Button Dubbing Moving Images Recorded On A
VIDEO/MEMORY Tape To A Memory Card (E-Mail Clip
Switch
Recording)
You can make video clips from recorded video footage
and store them in a memory card as files which can be
conveniently sent via e-mail.
Play/Pause
1 Load a memory card (墌 pg. 16) and cassette
(墌 pg. 14).
Button (4/6)
SNAPSHOT Power Switch
Button
3 Press 4/6 to start video playback, then press E-MAIL
CLIP REC to engage the Record-Standby mode.
•“E-MAIL CLIP STANDBY” appears and then “E-
MAIL CLIP READY” appears.
Lock Button 4 At the moment you find the image you wish to dub,
press SNAPSHOT to start dubbing.
•“E-MAIL CLIP RECORDING” appears.
•The camcorder stops E-Mail Clip Recording
automatically after approx. 20 seconds and
Display
“E-MAIL CLIP COMPLETED” appears.
•Refer to the instruction manual of the provided
E - M AI L CL I P software to transfer the video clips to a PC.
ST ANDB Y
To cancel E-Mail Clip Recording . . .
… after step 3, press E-MAIL CLIP REC again or press 5
to stop video playback.
To view video clips stored in a memory card . . .
… during normal playback of image, press SET/SELECT
once to engage the video clip mode. “E-CLIP” appears.
Then pressing 4/6 can allow you to view the video
E - MA I L C L I P clips in the LCD monitor or viewfinder; video clips
R E AD Y
PU SH " SNAPSHOT " cannot be displayed on a connected TV. (墌 pg. 31)
T O RECORD CL I P TO CAR D • You can look for the desired file using Index Screen
(墌 pg. 32).
NOTES:
When the SNAPSHOT Button is ● Playback operation cannot be performed during E-Mail Clip
pressed. Recording.
● If you press 5 or SNAPSHOT while E-Mail Clip Recording
is in progress, only the portion which is recorded before 5
e or SNAPSHOT is pressed will be stored in the memory card.
E - MA I L C L I P ● Also, if the end of the tape is reached during E-Mail Clip
R E CORD I NG Recording, that portion will be automatically stored in the
memory card.
● If the end of the tape is reached in step 3, the E-Mail Clip
Record-Standby mode will be automatically cancelled.
● The video clip files stored with this camcorder are
Storing is complete. compatible with MPEG4. Some MPEG4 files stored with
other devices cannnot be played back with this camcorder.
● The sound cannot be played back when you view the video
E - MA I L CL I P clips stored in the copy-protected SD Memory Card.
COMPLETED “PLAYING FAILED CHECK CARD’S WRITE PROTECTION
SWITCH” appears.
● Video noise may appear while viewing video clips in the
LCD monitor or viewfinder, however, this noise is not
present in the actual video clips stored in the memory card.
62 EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
The Full-Function Remote Control Unit can operate
this camcorder from a distance as well as the basic
1 operations (Playback, Stop, Pause, Fast-Forward and
3 Tab
Rewind) of your VCR. It also makes additional
playback functions possible.
Installing The Batteries

The remote control uses two “AAA (R03)” size
batteries. See “General Battery Precautions”
( pg. 93).
1 Remove the battery compartment cover while

pushing up the tab as illustrated.
2 + 2 Insert two “AAA (R03)” size batteries in the

correct direction.
– +
– 3 Re-attach the battery compartment cover.
When using the remote control, be sure to point it

at the remote sensor. The illustration shows the
approximate transmitted beam effective area for
indoor use.
The transmitted beam may not be effective or may
cause incorrect operation outdoors or when the
remote sensor is directly exposed to sunlight or
Transmitted beam powerful lighting.
effective area
5m (16 ft)
Remote sensor
30°
30°
EN 63
1 0
2 !
4 3 @ #
5 $ %
6 7 ^ &
8 9 * (
)
Functions
Buttons With the camcorder’s Power With the camcorder’s Power
Switch set to “ ” or “ ”. Switch set to “ ”.
1 Infrared beam transmitting window Transmits the beam signal.
2 Zoom (T/W) Buttons Zoom in/out ( pg. 21) Zoom in/out ( pg. 64)
3 DISPLAY Button — pg. 25, 58, 70
4 SHIFT Button — pg. 64, 69
5 SLOW Rewind/Forward Buttons — pg. 64
Left/Right Buttons — pg. 64
6 REW Button — • Rewind/Reverse Shuttle Search
on a tape ( pg. 23)
• Displays previous file in a
memory card ( pg. 30)
7 FADE/WIPE Button — pg. 71
8 EFFECT ON/OFF Button — pg. 65
9 EFFECT Button — pg. 65
0 PAUSE IN Connector — pg. 70
! START/STOP Button Functions the same as the Recording Start/Stop Button on the camcorder.
@ MBR SET Button — pg. 69
# SNAPSHOT Button Functions the same as SNAPSHOT on the camcorder.
$ Up Button — pg. 64
INSERT Button — pg. 68
% Down Button — pg. 64
A. DUB Button — pg. 66
^ PLAY Button — • Starts Playback of a tape ( pg. 23)
• Starts Auto Playback of a memory
card ( pg. 30)
& FF Button — • Forward/Forward Shuttle Search
on a tape ( pg. 23)
• Displays next file in a
memory card ( pg. 30)
* STOP Button — • Stops the tape ( pg. 23)
• Stops Auto Playback ( pg. 30)
( PAUSE Button — Pauses the tape ( pg. 64)
) R.A.EDIT Buttons — pg. 69 – 73
64 EN USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (cont.)
FEATURE: Slow-Motion Playback
PURPOSE:
To allow slow-speed search in either direction during
video playback.
OPERATION:
1) To change from normal to Slow-Motion Playback, press
SLOW (9 or 0) more than approx. 2 seconds. After
approx. 5 minutes (approx. 20 seconds with a 80-
minute cassette) in Slow Rewind or Forward, normal
playback resumes.
Remote sensor To stop Slow-Motion Playback, press PLAY (4).
NOTES:
● You can also engage Slow-Motion Playback from Still
Playback by pressing SLOW more than approx. 2
Zoom Buttons seconds.
Up Button ● During Slow-Motion Playback, due to digital image
processing, the picture may take on a mosaic effect.
SHIFT Down ● After SLOW (9 or 0) is pressed and held, the still
Left or SLOW Button image may be displayed for a few seconds, followed by
Rewind Button a blue screen for a few seconds. This is not a malfunc-
PLAY tion.
PAUSE ● There may be a small margin between the slow-motion
Right or SLOW STOP playback start point you chose and the actual start
Forward Button point for Slow-Motion Playback.
● During Slow-Motion Playback, there will be distur-
bances in video and the picture may seem unstable,
especially with steady images. This is not a malfunc-
tion.
Normal ● During Slow-Motion Playback, press PAUSE (6) to
playback Press T pause playback.
FEATURE: Frame-By-Frame Playback

PURPOSE:
To allow frame-by-frame search during video playback.
To move image, press
(Right) while keeping
OPERATION:
SHIFT held down. 1) To change to Frame-By-Frame Playback, during still
playback, press SLOW (0) repeatedly for forward or
SLOW (9) repeatedly for reverse. Each time it is
pressed, the frame is played back.
FEATURE: Playback Zoom

PURPOSE:
To magnify the recorded image up to 20X at any time during playback.
OPERATION:
1) Press PLAY (4) to find the scene of interest.
2) Press the Zoom Buttons (T/W) on the remote control. Make sure the remote control is pointed at the
camcorder's remote sensor. Pressing T zooms in.
3) You can move the image on screen around to find a particular portion of the picture. While holding down
SHIFT, press (Left), (Right), (Up) and (Down).
To end zoom, press and hold W until magnification returns to normal. Or, press STOP (5) and then press PLAY (4).
NOTES:
● Zoom can also be used during slow-motion and still playback.
● Due to digital image processing, the quality of the image may suffer.
EN 65
PLA Y BACK E F F E C T PLAYBACK
EFFECT Select FEATURE: Playback Special Effects
OF F Menu
1 C L A S S I C F I LM PURPOSE:
2 MONO T ON E
3 SEP I A To allow you to add creative effects to the video
4 S T ROB E playback image.
5 V I D EO E CHO
OPERATION:
1) To start playback, press PLAY (4).
2) Point the remote control at the camcorder's remote
sensor and press EFFECT. The PLAYBACK EFFECT
Select Menu appears.
3) Move the highlight bar to the desired effect by
pressing EFFECT. The selected function is activated
and after 2 seconds the menu disappears.
To deactivate the selected effect, press EFFECT ON/
OFF on the remote control. Pressing it again re-
activates the selected effect.
To change the selected effect, repeat from step 2
above.
NOTES:
● When some Playback Special Effects are used, the
Multi-Analyzer 4 and Multi-Analyzer 9 Snapshot
modes ( pg. 52) are not available.
Remote sensor ● The effects that can be used during playback are
Classic Film, Monotone, Sepia, Strobe and Video
Echo. The effects work the same in playback as they
did in recording. Refer to page 49 for more informa-
tion.
PLAY
EFFECT
EFFECT ON/OFF
Display Audio Dubbing
6e Audio Dub The audio track can be customized only when recorded
Standby mode
MIC in the 12-bit mode ( pg. 41).
NOTES:
● Audio Dubbing is not possible on a tape recorded in
16-bit audio, on a tape recorded in the LP mode or on
a blank portion of a tape.
● To perform Audio Dubbing while watching on the
television, make connections ( pg. 24).
1 Play back the tape to locate the point where editing

will start, then press PAUSE (6).
2 While holding A.DUB (e) on the remote control,

press PAUSE (6). “6e” appears.
3 Press PLAY (4), then begin “narrating”.

Speak into the microphone.
•To pause dubbing, press PAUSE (6).
4 To end Audio Dubbing, press PAUSE (6), then STOP

(5).
Speaker
To hear the dubbed sound during playback . . .
.... set “12BIT MODE” to “SOUND 2” or “MIX” in the
Menu Screen ( pg. 44, 46).
Stereo microphone
NOTES:
● Sound is not heard from the speaker during Audio
Dubbing. To hear sound, connect optional headphones
to the PHONE connector on the Docking Station.
● When editing onto a tape that was recorded at 12-bit,
the old and new soundtracks are recorded separately.
● If you dub onto a blank space on the tape, the sound
may be disrupted. Make sure you only edit recorded
areas.
Remote ● If feedback or howling occurs during TV playback,
PHONE sensor
connector move the camcorder’s microphone away from the TV,
or turn down the TV’s volume.
● If you change from 12-bit to 16-bit in mid-recording
and then use the tape for Audio Dubbing, it is not
effective from the point where 16-bit recording began.
● During Audio Dubbing, when the tape moves to scenes
recorded in the LP mode, scenes recorded in 16-bit
audio or a blank portion, Audio Dubbing stops
( pg. 91).
A.DUB
PLAY
PAUSE
STOP
EN 67
Display Audio Dubbing Using Digital Sound Effects
6e Audio Dub
Standby mode
D.SOUND 1 Load the provided memory card ( pg. 16) and
perform step 1 and 2 of page 66.
APPLAUSE Sound effect

indication
3 Press + or – to select “ SYSTEM” and press SET/

SELECT. The SYSTEM Menu appears.
INDEX Button
MENU Button
+, – Button 4 Press + or – to select “SOUND IN” and press SET/
select “D.SOUND” and press SET/SELECT. Press +
or – to select “ RETURN”, and press SET/SELECT
twice. The Menu Screen closes and the sound effect
indication appears.
5 Press INDEX to access the sound effects Index

Screen. Press + or – to select the desired sound
effect and press SET/SELECT.
SET/SELECT
Button 6 Press PLAY (4) to begin Audio Dubbing. The
selected sound effect is dubbed onto the tape.
•The “ ” moves while it is being dubbed.
•To stop dubbing the sound effect midway, press
D.SOUND.
D.SOUND Button
7 Press STOP (5) to end Audio Dubbing.
NOTES:
● After dubbing, set “SOUND IN” back to “MIC”.
● The dubbed sound effect is recorded on SOUND 2
PLAY ( pg. 46).
● If you press PAUSE (6) to pause dubbing in step 6 the
PAUSE selected sound effect indication remains displayed. To
resume dubbing, press PLAY (4).
STOP
Insert Editing
You can record a new scene into a previously recorded
Display tape, replacing a section of the original recording with
minimal picture distortion at the in and outpoints. The
original audio remains unchanged.
6w
NOTES:
● Before performing the following steps, make sure that
“TIME CODE” is set to “ON” in the Menu Screen
( pg. 43, 45).
● Insert Editing is not possible on a tape recorded in the
12 : 34 LP mode or on a blank portion of a tape.
● To perform Insert Editing while watching in the
television, make connections ( pg. 24).
1 Play back the tape, locate the Edit-Out point and

press PAUSE (6). Confirm the time code at this
point ( pg. 43, 45).
2 Press REW (2) until the Edit-In point is located,

then press PAUSE (6).
3 Press and hold INSERT (w) on the remote control,

then press PAUSE (6). “6w” and the Time Code
(min.:sec.) appear and the camcorder enters Insert-
Pause mode.
4 Press START/STOP to begin editing.

•Confirm the insert at the time code you checked
in step 1.
•To pause editing, press START/STOP. Press it
again to resume editing.
Remote sensor
5 To end Insert Editing, press START/STOP, then

STOP (5).
START/STOP
NOTES:
INSERT ● Program AE with special effects ( pg. 48, 49) can be
REW PLAY used to spice up the scenes being edited during Insert
PAUSE Editing.
STOP ● During Insert Editing, the date and time information
changes.
● If you perform Insert Editing onto a blank space on the
tape, the audio and video may be disrupted. Make
sure you only edit recorded areas.
● During Insert Editing, when the tape moves to scenes
recorded in the LP mode or a blank portion, Insert
Edting stops ( pg. 91).
EN 69
Random Assemble Editing [R.A.Edit]
Create edited videos easily using your camcorder as
the source player. You can select up to 8 “cuts” for
VCR (Recording deck) automatic editing, in any order you like. R.A.Edit is
more easily performed when the MBR (Multi-Brand
Remote) is set to operate with your brand of VCR
(see VCR CODE LIST), but can also be performed by
operating the VCR manually.
Before operation, make sure the batteries are
installed in the remote control ( pg. 62).
SHIFT MBR SET

SET REMOTE/VCR CODE
3 4
2
1 Turn off the power to the VCR and point the
remote towards the VCR’s infrared sensor. Then,
referring to the VCR CODE LIST, press and hold
1
5 MBR SET, and enter the brand code.

6
The code is automatically set once you release
MBR SET, and the VCR’s power comes on.
7 8 9 `
2 Make sure the VCR’s power is on. Then, while
holding SHIFT, press the button on the remote
for the desired function. The functions the
remote can control are PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF,
REW and VCR REC STBY (you do not need to
press SHIFT for this one).
VCR CODE LIST
You are now ready to try Random Assemble
VCR BRAND VCR BRAND Editing.
NAME CODE NAME CODE
DAEWOO 1 8 PHILIPS 3 3
IMPORTANT
Although the MBR is compatible with JVC VCRs and
GE
7 2
1 1
those of many other makers, it may not work with

9 2 PANASONIC 1 3
yours or may offer limited functions.

9 ` 1 7
9 4 1 1
NOTES:
HITACHI 6 6
9 4
● If the VCR’s power does not come on in step 1, try
6 3
1 8
another code from the VCR CODE LIST.
JVC A 9 1
RCA 9

2
● Some brands of VCR do not come on automati-
B 9 6
9 4
cally. In this case, turn the power on manually and
C 9 3
6 6 try step 2.
6 3 ● If the remote control is not able to control the VCR,
LG/
GOLDSTAR
1 1
9 ` use the controls on the VCR.

SAMSUNG ● When the remote control’s batteries run out, the
MAGNAVOX 9 4
9 5
VCR brand you have set will be erased.

1 1
SANYO 3 6
In that case, replace the old battery with a new one
7 1
7 6
3 5
to reset the VCR brand.

SHARP 1 5
MITSUBISHI 6 7
1 `
6 8
SONY 6 5
NEC 3 7
6 `
3 8
3 9
PHILIPS 1 9 3 1
9 5
TOSHIBA 6 9
1 1
6 1
9 4
9 1
ZENITH 1 6
9 6
1 2
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Also refer to pg. 24 and 25.
1 A JVC VCR equipped with a Remote PAUSE

connector . . .
... connect the editing cable to the Remote
PAUSE connector.
A JVC VCR not equipped with a Remote
PAUSE connector but equipped with an R.A.
To AV OUT EDIT connector . . .
To EDIT ... connect the editing cable to the R.A.EDIT
connector.
A VCR other than above . . .
... connect the editing cable to the remote
To S-VIDEO control’s PAUSE IN connector.
OUT
Audio/Video
cable
(provided)
2 Insert a recorded tape into the camcorder. Set the
VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then set the
Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the
Lock Button located on the switch.
S-Video
White to
AUDIO L IN
Red to
AUDIO R IN 3 Turn the VCR power on, insert a recordable tape and
engage the AUX mode (refer to the VCR’s instructions).
cable
(optional) NOTES:
Yellow to
VIDEO IN*
● Before Random Assemble Editing, make sure the
indications do not appear on the TV monitor. If they
do, they will be recorded onto the new tape.
To
S-VIDEO To choose whether or not the following displays appear
Editing IN on the connected TV . . .
cable •Date/Time
(provided) .... set “DATE/TIME” to “AUTO”, “ON” or “OFF” in the
Menu Screen ( pg. 44, 45).
To Remote •Time Code
PAUSE or .... set “TIME CODE” to “ON” or “OFF” in the Menu
R.A.EDIT Screen ( pg. 44, 45).
VCR •Playback Sound Mode, Tape Speed And Tape Running
Displays
.... set “ON SCREEN” to “LCD” or “LCD/TV” in the
To PAUSE IN
Menu Screen ( pg. 44, 45). Or, press DISPLAY on
TV the remote control.
DISPLAY ● The S-Video cable is optional. Be sure to use the
YTU94146B S-Video cable.
Consult the JVC Service Center described on the sheet
included in the package for details on its availability.
Make sure to connect the end with a core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
* Connect when an S-Video cable is not used. ● When editing on a VCR equipped with a DV input
connector, an optional DV cable can be connected
instead of an S-Video cable and audio/video cable.
EN 71
Program SELECT SCENES
IN
1–– –– : ––
2
~
~
OUT MODE Random
Assemble Editing
Menu
4 Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote
sensor. Press PLAY (4) and then press R.A.EDIT ON/
OFF on the remote control.
3 ~
4 ~ The Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
5 ~
5
6 ~
7 ~ If using a Fade/Wipe at the beginning of the scene,
8 ~ press FADE/WIPE on the remote control.
T I ME CODE –– : –– •Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,
TOTAL 0 0 : 00
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
•You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the
beginning of Program 1.
6 At the beginning of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT on

the remote control. The Edit-In position appears in
the Random Assemble Editing Menu.
7 At the end of the scene, press EDIT IN/OUT. The

Edit-Out position appears in the Random Assemble
Editing Menu.
8 If using a Fade/Wipe at the end of the scene, press

FADE/WIPE.
•Cycle through the effects by pressing repeatedly,
and stop when the one you want is displayed.
•If you select a Fade/Wipe effect for an Edit-Out
point, the effect is automatically applied to the
following Edit-In point.
Remote sensor •You cannot use a Picture Wipe/Dissolve at the end
of the last scene.
•When you use Fade/Wipe effects, that time is
included in the total time (this does not apply to
Picture Wipe/Dissolve).1
9 If using Playback Special Effects, press EFFECT

( pg. 65).
PLAY
FADE/WIPE
EFFECT 10 Repeat steps 6 through 9 to register additional scenes.
•To change previously registered points, press
CANCEL on the remote control. The registered
EDIT IN/OUT R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF points disappear, one at a time, from the most
recently registered point.
CANCEL
•If you are not using Fade/Wipe or Program AE with
special effects, repeat steps 6 and 7 only.
NOTES:
● When choosing a scene, set Edit-In and Edit-Out points so that there is a relatively large difference between
them.
● If the search time for an in-point exceeds 5 minutes, the recording deck’s Record-Standby mode will be
cancelled and editing will not take place.
● If there are blank portions before or after the Edit-In and Edit-Out points, a blue screen may be included in
the edited version.
● Since time codes register time only as accurately as seconds, the time code total time may not match the
total program time exactly.
● Turning off the camcorder’s power erases all registered Edit-In and Edit-Out points.
● If you select Sepia or Monotone mode from Program AE with special effects, you cannot use the Dissolve or
Black & White Fader. In this case the Dissolve or Black & White indicator begins blinking. Once the next
Edit-In point is registered, the effect is turned off. To combine these effects, use Sepia or Monotone during
recording, then use the Dissolve or Black & White Fader during Random Assemble Editing.
● It is not possible to use Fade/Wipe effects and Program AE with special effects during Random Assemble
Editing using a DV cable.
AUTOMATIC EDITING TO VCR
1
2
IN
00 : 2 5
07 : 18
~
~
OUT
02 : 05
MODE
––
08 : 31 – – – –
Random Assemble
Editing Menu
11 Rewind the tape in the camcorder to the beginning of
the scene you want to edit and press PAUSE (6).
3 – – 0 3 : 33
4
5
09 : 30
15 : 55
6–– –– : ––
~
~
~
~
05 : 53
13 : 15
16 : 29 – – – – 12 Point the remote control towards the VCR’s remote
sensor and press VCR REC STBY (q6), or manually
engage the VCR’s Record-Pause mode.
7 ~
8 ~
T I ME CODE
TOTAL
16 : 30
9 : 39
13 Press START/STOP on the remote control. Editing
proceeds as programmed, right through to the end of
the last registered scene.
•When dubbing is complete, the camcorder enters
the Pause mode, and the VCR enters its Record-
Pause mode.
•If you do not register an Edit-Out point, the tape will
be dubbed all the way to the end automatically.
•If you operate the camcorder during automatic
editing, the VCR will enter its Record-Pause mode
and automatic editing will stop.
1
14 Engage the Stop modes for the camcorder and the
VCR.
To make the R.A.Edit counter display disappear, press
R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control.
Remote Sensor NOTES:

● Pressing R.A.EDIT ON/OFF on the remote control clears
all settings registered during Random Assemble Editing.
● When the editing cable is connected to the remote
control’s PAUSE IN connector during dubbing, make
START/STOP
sure the remote control is pointed at the VCR’s sensor,
and the path between the two is unobstructed.
● Random Assemble Editing may not function properly
when using a tape including several duplicated time
codes ( pg. 22).
PAUSE
R.A.EDIT
ON/OFF
VCR REC
STBY
EN 73
Program 1 For More Accurate Editing
Some VCRs make the transition from Record-Pause to
IN OUT MODE Random Assemble Record mode faster than others. Even if you begin editing
1–– –– : –– ~ Editing Menu for the camcorder and the VCR at exactly the same time,
2 ~
3 ~ you may lose scenes you wanted, or find that you have
4 ~
5 ~ recorded scenes you did not want. For a cleanly edited
6 ~ tape, confirm and adjust the timing of the camcorder
7 ~
8 ~ against your VCR.
T I ME CODE –– : ––
TOTAL 0 0 : 00 DIAGNOSING VCR/CAMCORDER TIMING
VIDEO Menu
SYNCHRO – O. 1
1 Play back the tape in the camcorder, then point the
remote control at the camcorder’s remote sensor
and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF.
Random Assemble Editing Menu appears.
2 Perform Random Assemble Editing on Program 1

only. In order to check VCR and camcorder timing,
select the beginning of a scene transition as your
Edit-In point.
3 Play back the dubbed scene.

•If any images from the scene prior to the
transition you chose for your Edit-In point were
recorded, that means your VCR moves too quickly
from Record-Pause to Record mode.
•If the scene you tried to dub starts in progress, the
VCR is slow to start recording.
ADJUSTMENT OF VCR/CAMCORDER
TIMING
4 Point the remote control at the camcorder’s remote

sensor and press R.A.EDIT ON/OFF to make the
Random Assemble Editing menu disappear, then
Remote sensor
press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.
5 Press + or – to select “ VIDEO” and press SET/

SELECT. The VIDEO Menu appears. Then, press + or
– to select “SYNCHRO” and press SET/SELECT. The
value for “SYNCHRO” is highlighted.
6 Based on the diagnostics performed, you can now

advance the VCR’s record timing by pressing +. You
can also delay the VCR’s record timing by pressing –.
The adjustment range is from –1.3 to +1.3 seconds,
R.A.EDIT in 0.1-second increments.
ON/OFF Press SET/SELECT to finish the setting.
NOTES:
● Before performing actual Random Assemble
SELECT twice.
Now perform Random Assemble Editing beginning
Editing, do a few Random Assemble Editing
with step 4 on page 71.
trial runs to check whether the value you
have input is appropriate or not, and make
adjustments accordingly.
● Depending on the recorder, there may be
situations where the timing difference
cannot be fully corrected.
74 EN SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
[A] Using USB cable
USB cable To USB

To USB (optional) connector
PC
OR
[B] Using DV cable
DV cable To DV
To DV IN/OUT (optional) connector
Core filter Core filter

PC with DV connector
Open the connector cover.
Connection To A Personal Computer NOTES:

● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
[A] Using USB cable Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
This camcorder can transfer still images to a PC by pack ( pg. 11).
● Never connect the USB cable and the DV cable
using the provided software. simultaneously to the camcorder. Connect only the
[B] Using DV cable cable you wish to use to the camcorder.
It is also possible to transfer still images to a PC with ● When using a USB cable, be sure to use the
YTU94155A USB cable. Consult the JVC Service
a DV connector by using software equipped with the Center described on the sheet included in the
PC or commercially available software. package for details on its availability.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional
1 Connect the camcorder to your PC using the

appropriate cable as shown in the illustration.
JVC VC-VDV206U or VC-VDV204U DV cable
depending on the type of DV connector (4 or 6 pins)
on the PC, or use the DV cable provided with the
2 If you are using the USB connection, set the

VIDEO/MEMORY switch to “MEMORY”.
•Only the still images stored in the memory
capture board.
● If the PC connected to the camcorder via the USB
cable is not powered, the camcorder does not enter
card can be transferred to a PC. the USB mode.
● The date/time information cannot be captured into the
PC.
3 Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “
while pressing down the Lock Button located on
the switch and turn on the PC.
” ● Refer to the instruction manuals of the PC and Software.
● The still images can also be transferred to a PC with a
DV connector-equipped capture board.
•Refer to the instruction manual of the software ● The system may not work properly depending on the
on how to transfer a still image to the PC. PC or capture board you are using.
“USB MODE” and/or “ACCESSING FILE” appears

on the LCD monitor while the PC is accessing data
in the camcorder or the camcorder is transferring a
file to the PC.
NEVER disconnect the USB cable while “ACCESS-
ING FILE” is displayed on the LCD monitor since
this can result in product damage.
EN 75
Connection To A Video Unit Equipped With
A DV Connector
Connection to the GV-DT3 Digital Printer (optional)
allows you to print out images or transfer them to a PC. It
is also possible to copy recorded scenes from the
camcorder onto another video unit equipped with a DV
connector. This function is called Digital Dubbing
( pg. 59), which offers virtually no image or sound
deterioration.
Open the connector
cover.
1 Make sure all units are turned off.
To DV IN/OUT
2 Make connections to the device you want to
connect to using a DV cable, as shown in the
illustration.
Core filter 3 If necessary, connect the PC connection cable

(provided with GV-DT3) to the printer’s PC
connector and the PC’s RS-232C connector.
DV cable
(optional)
Core filter
4 Turn the camcorder’s Power Switch to “ ” while
switch and turn on the other units.
NOTES:
To DV IN To DV ● It is recommended to use the AC Power Adapter/
connector connector Charger as the power supply instead of the battery
pack ( pg. 11).
● If Still Playback, Slow-Motion Playback, Fast-Forward
Video unit equipped with a or Rewind is attempted with the camcorder connected
DV connector to a video unit via the DV connector, the image will
take on an effect similar to a coloured mosaic pattern
or it will become black.
● Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected
units.
● When using a DV cable, be sure to use the optional
To PC JVC VC-VDV204U DV cable.
connector ● When using a cable supplied with a core filter, be sure
to connect the end with the core filter to the
camcorder. The core filter reduces interference.
Digital Printer
PC connection
cable
To RS-232C
PC
76 EN REFERENCES
REFERENCES
CONTENTS
DETAILS .................................................................... 77
TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................ 78 – 83
USER MAINTENANCE ................................................... 84
INDEX .............................................................. 85 – 92
Docking Station .............................................................. 85
Controls, Connectors And Indicators ............................. 86 – 87
Indications ............................................................ 88 – 92
CAUTIONS ......................................................... 93 – 95
TERMS ............................................................. 96 – 97
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 98 – 99
DETAILS EN 77
ITEMS NOTES
➪ Power ❍ Perform charging where the temperature is between 10°C and

( pg. 10) 35°C (50°F and 95°F). 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) is the ideal
temperature range for charging. If the environment is too cold,
charging may be incomplete.
❍ Charging times noted above are for a fully discharged battery pack.
❍ Charging time varies according to the ambient temperature and
the status of the battery pack.
❍ To avoid interference with reception, do not use the AC Power
Adapter/Charger near a radio.
❍ Since the AC Power Adapter/Charger processes electricity
internally, it becomes warm during use. Be sure to use it only in
well-ventilated areas.
➪ VIDEO ❍ When you use the LCD monitor outdoors in direct sunlight, the
RECORDING LCD monitor may be difficult to see. If this happens, use the
( pg. 20, 21) viewfinder instead.
❍ The cassette holder cannot be opened unless a power supply is
attached.
❍ There may be a delay after you open the cassette holder cover
until the cassette holder opens. Do not use force.
❍ Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes automatically. Wait
until it recedes completely before closing the cassette holder
cover.
❍ When the Recording Start/Stop button is pressed, it may take a
few seconds before actual recording starts. “ ” starts rotating
when the camcorder actually starts recording.
❍ The time required to calculate and display the remaining tape
length, and the accuracy of the calculation, may vary according
to the type of tape used.
❍ “TAPE END” appears when the tape reaches its end, and the
power goes off automatically if left in this condition for
5 minutes. “TAPE END” also appears when a cassette at its end is
loaded.
❍ During recording, sound is not heard from the speaker. To hear
the sound, connect optional headphones to the PHONE
connector on the Docking Station. The sound volume is at the
level it was adjusted to during playback ( pg. 23).
❍ During Interface Shooting, the “Tape Running” indicator and
warning indications ( pg. 91, 92) are the only ones that are
shown; they appear reversed in the display as they would when
viewing a mirror, but are not reversed in the recording.
❍ The tape remaining indicator does not appear during interface
shooting. However, when the remaining time reaches 2 minutes,
the indicator appears showing the remaining time:
(blinking) (blinking) (blinking)
78 EN TROUBLESHOOTING
If, after following the steps in the chart below, the problem still exists, please consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled device. External noise and interference (from a TV, a radio,
etc.) might prevent it from functioning properly. In such cases, first disconnect its power supply unit (battery
pack, AC Power Adapter/Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes; and then re-connect it and proceed as usual
from the beginning.
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. No power is supplied. 1. • The power is not connected 1. • Connect the AC Power Adapter/
properly. Charger securely ( pg. 11).
• The battery is dead. • Replace the dead battery with a
• The LCD monitor is not open fully charged one ( pg. 10, 11).
fully or the viewfinder is not • Open the LCD monitor fully
pulled out when recording. or pull out the viewfinder.
2. “SET DATE/TIME!” appears. 2. • The built-in clock’s rechargeable 2. • Connect the camcorder to an
lithium battery is discharged. AC outlet using the AC Power
• The previously set date/time is Adapter/Charger for over 24
erased. hours to charge the clock’s
lithium battery ( pg. 13).
3. Recording cannot be 3. — For Video Recording — 3. • Set the tape’s erase protection
performed. • The tape’s erase protection tab tab to “REC” ( pg. 14).
is set to “SAVE”. • Set the Power Switch to
• The Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” ( pg. 18).
“ ” or “OFF”. • Set the VIDEO/MEMORY to
• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch “VIDEO”.
is set to “MEMORY”. • Replace with new cassette
• “TAPE END” appears. ( pg. 14).
• The cassette holder cover is • Close the cassette holder
open. cover.
— For D.S.C. Recording — • Set the VIDEO/MEMORY to
• The VIDEO/MEMORY Switch “MEMORY”.
is set to “VIDEO”.
4. There is no picture. 4. • The camcorder is not getting 4. • Turn the camcorder’s power
power, or some other off and on again ( pg. 18).
malfunction exists.
5. Some functions are not 5. • The Power Switch is set to 5. • Set the Power Switch to “ ”
available using the MENU “ ”. ( pg. 18).
Button.
6. The focus does not adjust 6. • Focus is set to the Manual 6. • Set Focus to the Auto mode
automatically. mode. ( pg. 53).
• The recording was done in a • Clean the lens and check the
dark place, or the contrast focus again ( pg. 84).
was low.
• The lens is dirty or covered
with condensation.
7. The cassette will not load 7. • The cassette is in the wrong 7. • Set it in the right position
properly. position. ( pg. 14).
• The battery’s charge is low. • Install a fully charged battery
( pg. 10, 11).
8. The memory card will not 8. • The memory card is in the 8. • Set it in the right position
load properly. wrong position. ( pg. 16).
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9. In the 5-Second mode, 9. • The 5-Second mode is set to 9. • Select “5S” in the Menu
recording ends before “ANIM.” in the Menu Screen. Screen ( pg. 47).
5 seconds have elapsed.
10. Snapshot mode cannot be 10. • The Squeeze mode is 10. • Disengage the Squeeze mode
used. selected. ( pg. 42).
11. The color of Snapshot looks 11. • The light source or the subject 11. • Find a white subject and
strange. does not include white. Or compose your shot so that it
there are various different also appears in the frame (
light sources behind the pg. 28, 52).
subject. • Turn off Sepia and Monotone
• The Sepia or Monotone mode ( pg. 48, 49).
is activated.
12. The image taken using 12. • Shooting was performed under 12. • Press the BACKLIGHT Button
Snapshot is too dark. backlit conditions. ( pg. 54).
13. The image taken using 13. • The subject is too bright. 13. • Set “PROGRAM AE” to
Snapshot is too bright. “SPOTLIGHT” in the Menu
Screen ( pg. 48).
14. Digital Zoom does not work. 14. • 10X optical zoom is selected. 14. • Set “ZOOM” to “40X” or
• “PROGRAM AE” is set to “200X” in the Menu Screen
“VIDEO ECHO” in the Menu ( pg. 41).
Screen. • Disengage the “VIDEO
• Picture Wipe or Dissolve are ECHO” mode ( pg. 21, 48,
being used in a scene 49).
transition. • Wait until the Picture Wipe or
Dissolve effects are completed
( pg. 21, 50).
15. Program AE with special 15. • The Power Switch is set to 15. • Set the Power Switch to “ ”
effects and Fade/Wipe Effects “ ”. ( pg. 18).
do not work.
16. The Black & White Fader 16. • The Sepia or Monotone mode 16. • Turn off Sepia and Monotone
does not work. is activated. ( pg. 48, 50).
17. The Dissolve function does 17. • The Sepia, Monotone or Slow 17. • Turn off Sepia, Monotone or
not work. Shutter mode of Program AE Slow Shutter before adding
with special effects is Dissolve to a scene transition
activated. ( pg. 48, 50).
• “WIDE MODE” is set to • Set “WIDE MODE” to
“SQUEEZE ” in the Menu “CINEMA ” or “OFF”
Screen. mode ( pg. 42).
• The previously selected mode • Make sure you have selected
of Program AE with special the mode of Program AE with
effects was changed after the special effects you want
last selected scene for editing before starting editing
was registered. ( pg. 48, 50).

80 EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
18. The Picture Wipe and 18. • The last selected editing scene 18. • Select Picture Wipe or
Dissolve functions do not is ending. Dissolve before beginning
work. • At the end of the last selected recording. The effects are then
scene for editing, the Power automatically activated
Switch was set to “OFF”. ( pg. 50).
• The power is off. • Do not turn off the
camcorder’s power after
setting Edit-In and Edit-Out
points, as they will all be
erased ( pg. 50).
• The camcorder automatically
shuts off after 5 minutes have
elapsed in the Record-Standby
mode. Make sure you
continue operations within
5 minutes after engaging
Record-Standby mode
( pg. 50).
19. The picture wipe function 19. • The Slow Shutter mode is 19. • Disengage the Slow Shutter
does not work. activated. mode or set “WIDE MODE”
• “WIDE MODE” is not set to to “OFF” before preparing to
“OFF”. use the Picture Wipe
( pg. 42, 48, 50).
20. Scene transition does not go 20. • When using “Picture Wipe/ 20.
as expected. Dissolve” ( pg. 50), there is
a delay of a fraction of a
second between the previous
record stop-point and the
Dissolve start-point. This is ————
normal, but this slight delay
becomes especially
noticeable when shooting
fast-moving subject or during
rapid panning.
21. The Video Echo mode does 21. • The Picture Wipe or 21. • Set “WIDE MODE” to
not work. Dissolve functions are in use. “CINEMA ” or “OFF”
• “WIDE MODE” is set to mode ( pg. 42).
“SQUEEZE ” in the Menu • Do not try to use the Video
Screen. Echo mode during a Fade-In
• A Fade-In or Fade-Out is in or Fade-Out ( pg. 48, 50).
progress.
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22. Even when Slow Shutter is 22. • When shooting in the dark, 22. • If you want the lighting to
not selected, the image looks the unit becomes highly look more natural, set “GAIN
like it is activated. sensitive to light and the UP” to “AGC” or “OFF” in the
image takes on an effect Menu Screen ( pg. 41).
similar to Slow Shutter.
23. There is no strobe when the 23. • The Picture Wipe or Dissolve 23. • Do not try to use the Classic
Classic Film or Strobe mode function is in use. Film or Strobe mode during a
is activated. scene transition ( pg. 48,
50).
24. White Balance cannot be 24. • The Sepia or Monotone mode 24. • Turn off Sepia or Monotone
activated. is activated. before setting White Balance
( pg. 49, 55).
25. When shooting a subject 25. • This is a result of exceedingly 25.
illuminated by bright light, high contrast, and is not a ————
vertical lines appear. malfunction.
26. When the screen is under 26. • This is not a malfunction. 26.
direct sunlight during
shooting, the screen becomes ————
red or black for an instant.
27. During recording, the date/ 27. • “DATE/TIME” is set to “OFF” 27. • Set “DATE/TIME” to “ON” in
time does not appear. in the Menu Screen. the Menu Screen ( pg. 43).
28. Files stored in the memory 28. • Files stored in the memory 28. • Remove protection from the
card cannot be deleted. card are protected. files stored in the memory
card and delete them
( pg. 33 – 35).
29. The indicators and messages 29. • “TIME CODE” is set to “OFF” 29. • Set “TIME CODE” to “ON” in the
do not appear. in the Menu Screen. Menu Screen ( pg. 43, 44).
30. Images on the LCD monitor 30. • In places subject to low 30. • Adjust the brightness and
appear dark or whitish. temperature, images become angle of the LCD monitor
dark due to the characteristics ( pg. 20, 21).
of the LCD monitor. When
this happens, the displayed
colours differ from those that
are actually recorded. This is
not a defect of the camcorder.
• When the LCD monitor's
fluorescent light reaches the
end of its service life, images
on the LCD monitor become
dark. Consult your nearest
JVC dealer.
31. The rear of the LCD monitor 31. • The light used to illuminate 31. • Close the LCD monitor to turn
is hot. the LCD monitor causes it to it off or set the Power Switch
become hot. to “OFF”, and let the unit cool
down.
32. The indicators and the image 32. • This may occur when the 32.
color on the LCD monitor surface or the edge of the LCD ————
are not clear. monitor is pressed.

82 EN TROUBLESHOOTING (cont.)
33. The LCD monitor or 33. • Certain Fade/Wipe effects, 33. • Re-read the sections covering
viewfinder indications certain modes of Program AE Fade/Wipe effects, Program
blink. with special effects, “DIS” and AE with special effects and
other functions that cannot be “DIS” ( pg. 41, 48 – 51).
used together are selected at
the same time.
34. Colored bright spots appear 34. • The LCD monitor and the 34.
all over the LCD monitor or viewfinder are made with
the viewfinder. high-precision technology.
However, black spots or
bright spots of light (red, green
or blue) may appear
constantly on the LCD ————
monitor or the viewfinder.
These spots are not recorded
on the tape. This is not due to
any defect of the unit.
(Effective dots: more than
99.99 %)
35. During recording, sound 35. • The optional headphones are 35. • Connect the optional
cannot be heard. not connected to the headphones to the headphone
headphones connector. connector ( pg. 85).
• The sound volume of the • Adjust the sound volume
headphones connector was during playback ( pg. 23).
not adjusted appropriately.
The sound volume at this
point is the same as the level
it was adjusted to during
playback.
36. Play, Rewind and Fast- 36. • The Power Switch is set 36. • Set the Power Switch to
Forward functions do not to “ ” or “ ”. “ ” ( pg. 23).
work. • VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is • Set the VIDEO/MEMORY
set to “MEMORY”. Switch to “VIDEO”.
37. A memory card cannot be 37. • The Power Switch is set to 37. • Set the Power Switch to
played back. “ ” or “ ”. “ ” ( pg. 30).
• VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is • Set the VIDEO/MEMORY
set to “VIDEO”. Switch to “MEMORY”.
38. The tape is moving, but 38. • Your TV has AV input 38. • Set the TV to the mode or
there is no picture. terminals, but is not set to its channel appropriate for video
VIDEO mode. playback ( pg. 24, 25).
• The cassette holder cover is • Close the cassette holder
open. cover ( pg. 14).
39. The LCD monitor image is 39. • During playback of the 39.
distorted. unrecorded portion, High-
speed Search and still ————
playback, LCD monitor
indications appear distorted.
This is not a defect.
40. Images on the LCD monitor 40. • The speaker volume is too 40. • Turn the speaker volume
are jittery. great. down ( pg. 23).
41. Blocks of noise appear 41. 41. • Clean the video heads with an
during playback, or there is ———— optional cleaning cassette
no playback picture and the ( pg. 94).
screen becomes blue.
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42. The LCD monitor, the 42. 42. • Wipe them gently with soft
viewfinder and the lens have ———— cloth. Wiping strongly can
become dirty cause damage ( pg. 84).
(ex. fingerprints).
43. An unusual mark appears. 43. 43. • Check the section of the
———— manual that explains LCD
monitor/viewfinder indica-
tions ( pg. 88 – 92).
44. An error indication 44. • A malfunction of some kind 44. • Remove the power supply
(E01 — E06) appears. has occurred. In this case the (battery pack, etc.) and wait a
camcorder’s functions few minutes for the indication
become unusable. to clear. When it does, you
can resume using the
camcorder.
If the indication remains even
though you repeat the above
two or three times, please
consult your nearest JVC
dealer.
45. The charger indicator on the 45. • The temperature of the battery 45. • To protect the battery, it is
AC Power Adapter/Charger is extremely high/low. recommended to charge it in
does not light. • Charging is difficult in places places with a temperature of
subject to extremely high/low 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
temperatures. ( pg. 93).
46. Picture does not appear on 46. • The viewfinder is pulled out. 46. • Push the viewfinder back in.
the LCD monitor. • The LCD monitor's brightness • Adjust the brightness of the
setting is too dark. LCD monitor ( pg. 20).
• If the monitor is tilted upward
180 degrees, open the
monitor fully ( pg. 20).
47. When the image is printed 47. • This is not a malfunction. 47. • By recording with “DIS”
from the printer, a black bar activated ( pg. 41) this can
appears at the bottom of the be avoided.
screen.
48. When the camcorder is 48. • The DV cable was plugged/ 48. • Turn the camcorder’s power
connected via the DV unplugged with power turned off and on again, then operate
connector, the camcorder on. it.
does not operate.
49. The memory card cannot be 49. 49. • Push in the memory card a
removed from the ———— few more times ( pg. 16).
camcorder.
84 EN USER MAINTENANCE
After Use Cleaning The Camcorder
1 Turn off the camcorder.

1 To clean the exterior, wipe gently with a soft
cloth.
Put the cloth in diluted mild soap and wring it
2 Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the

direction of the arrow, then pull the cassette
holder cover open until it locks. The cassette
well to wipe off heavy dirt. Then wipe again
with a dry cloth.
holder opens automatically. Remove the

cassette. 2 Open the LCD monitor. Wipe gently with a soft
cloth. Be careful not to damage the monitor.
Close the LCD monitor.
3 Press “PUSH HERE” to close the cassette holder.

•Once the cassette holder is closed, it recedes
automatically. Wait until it recedes completely 3 To clean the lens, blow it with a blower brush,
then wipe gently with lens cleaning paper.
before closing the cassette holder cover.
4 Slide down BATT. RELEASE 1 and remove the

battery pack 2 3.
4 Pull out the viewfinder fully.
Cassette holder
5 1
Open the viewfinder cleaning hatch in the
direction of the arrow .
Insert a lens blower or soft cloth into the gap at
2
the side of the viewfinder and clean the interior
of the viewfinder with it .
•If the gap is narrow, turn the Diopter Adjust-
ment Control to widen the gap.
Remove. 6 Close the hatch until it locks in place and push

the viewfinder back in.
NOTES:
● Avoid using strong cleaning agents such as benzine
or alcohol.
● Cleaning should be done only after the battery
pack has been removed or other power units have
been disconnected.
● Mould may form if the lens is left dirty.
OPEN/EJECT Switch
PUSH HERE ● When using a cleaner or chemically treated cloth
refer to the cautions of each product.
Hatch Lens blower
1 2
Diopter Adjustment
Control
BATT. RELEASE Switch
INDEX Docking Station EN 85
1 2
3 4 5 6 7
1 Multi Connector 5 Screw Knob ......................................... 墌 pg. 25

The Docking Station can be connected with this To attach the camcorder, tighten this clockwise.
camcorder through this connector. Never touch 6 Edit Connector [EDIT] .......................... 墌 pg. 70
it with your hand or hit it with a hard object; if Connect the editing cable when performing
the pins are damaged, the connectors will Random Assemble Editing ........... 墌 pg. 69 – 73
become unusable due to contact failure.
7 S-Video Output Connector
2 Screw .................................................. 墌 pg. 25 [S-VIDEO OUT] ....................... 墌 pg. 24, 58, 70
3 Headphone Connector [PHONE] ......... 墌 pg. 66
No sound is output from the speaker when
headphones are connected to this connector.
4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) Connector .. 墌 pg. 74
Connect to a USB-equipped computer to
download the entire contents of a memory card
in only 80 seconds using the provided software.
86 EN INDEX Controls, Connectors And Indicators
1 2 3
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4 5
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6 7
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Controls Connectors
1 E-MAIL CLIP REC Button ...................... 墌 pg. 61 The connector q is located beneath a cover.
2 MENU Button ...................................... 墌 pg. 40 ) Audio/Video Output Connector
3 •+, – Button ........................................ 墌 pg. 40 [AV OUT] ................................ 墌 pg. 24, 58, 70
• LCD Monitor Brightness Control q Digital Video Connector
[MONITOR BRIGHT +, –] ................. 墌 pg. 20 [DV IN/OUT] (i.link*) .............. 墌 pg. 59, 74, 75
4 •Power Zoom Ring [T/W] ................... 墌 pg. 21 * i.Link refers to the IEEE1394-1995 industry
• SHUTTLE SEARCH Ring specification and extensions thereof. The logo
[2/3] ....................................... 墌 pg. 23 is used for products compliant with the i.Link
standard.
5 •Recording Start/Stop Button ............... 墌 pg. 20
• Play/Pause Button [4/6] .................. 墌 pg. 23 w Multi Connector
When attached to the Docking Station, this part
6 Power Switch is connected.
[ , , , OFF] ............................ 墌 pg. 18
7 Lock Button ......................................... 墌 pg. 18 Indicators
8 •Snapshot Button e Power Lamp ................................... 墌 pg. 18, 20
[SNAPSHOT] ............ 墌 pg. 28, 29, 52, 60, 61
9 •D.SOUND Button ............................. 墌 pg. 56
r Tally Lamp ..................................... 墌 pg. 20, 42
• Stop Button [5] ................................. 墌 pg. 23
0 INDEX Button ................................ 墌 pg. 32, 56 Other Parts
! SET/SELECT Button ............................... 墌 pg. 40
t LCD Monitor .................................. 墌 pg. 20, 21
@ Battery Release Switch
[BATT. RELEASE] .................................. 墌 pg. 11 y Battery Pack Mount .............................. 墌 pg. 11
# OPEN/EJECT Switch ............................. 墌 pg. 14 u Speaker ................................................ 墌 pg. 23
$ •FOCUS Button .................................. 墌 pg. 53 i Grip Belt/Strap Eyelet ............................. 墌 pg. 7
•BLANK Button ................................... 墌 pg. 26 o Viewfinder ........................................... 墌 pg. 12
% VIDEO/MEMORY Switch p Viewfinder Cleaning Hatch .................. 墌 pg. 84
[VIDEO, MEMORY] ............................. 墌 pg. 18 Q Cassette Holder Cover ......................... 墌 pg. 14
^ •EXPOSURE Button ............................. 墌 pg. 54 W Stereo Microphone .............................. 墌 pg. 66
• Speaker Volume Control
[VOL. +] ............................................ 墌 pg. 23 E Info-Shoe
Attach the optional video light/flash/zoom
& •BACKLIGHT Button ........................... 墌 pg. 54 microphone. Make sure to turn off the power of
• Speaker Volume Control the camcorder and the video light/flash/zoom
[VOL. –] ............................................ 墌 pg. 23 microphone before attaching and removing them.
* Diopter Adjustment Control ................. 墌 pg. 12 R Camera Sensor
( Lock Button ......................................... 墌 pg. 20 Be careful not to cover this area, a sensor
necessary for shooting is built-in here.
T Lens
It is not possible to attach any lens filter or
conversion lens.
Y Lens Cover ........................................... 墌 pg. 20
U Grip Belt Eyelet ...................................... 墌 pg. 7
I Remote Sensor ..................................... 墌 pg. 62
O Tripod Mounting Socket ....................... 墌 pg. 12
P MEMORY CARD Cover ........................ 墌 pg. 16
88 EN INDEX Indications
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Recording Only
1 Appears when in the Squeeze or Cinema mode.
(墌 pg. 42)
1 2 3 4 5 6 2 Displays the selected Fade/Wipe effect.
(墌 pg. 50, 51)
P LP 50 min 3 Rotates while the tape is running. (墌 pg. 20)
4 Displays the recording mode (SP or LP).
REC (墌 pg. 15)
5S 5 Displays the tape remaining time. (墌 pg. 20)
6w 6 • “REC” appears during recording.
• “PAUSE” appears during Record-Standby mode.
(墌 pg. 20)
7 5S/Anim.: Displays the 5 second recording mode
SOUND 12B I T or Animation recording mode.
(墌 pg. 41, 47)
20 : 5 5 8 Appears when the wind cut mode is engaged to
cut down on noise created by wind. (墌 pg. 42)
! 0 9 8 7 9 Appears when the Insert Editing (w) or Insert
Editing Pause (6w) mode is engaged. (墌 pg. 68)
0 Displays the sound mode for approx. 5 seconds
after turning on the camcorder. (墌 pg. 41)
! Displays the Time Code. (墌 pg. 22, 43)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Recording Only

1 Displays the Image Size mode of the stored
image. There are 2 modes available:
1 2 3 4 5 6 XGA and VGA (in order of quality) (墌 pg. 17)
2 Appears and blinks during shooting. (墌 pg. 28)
3 Displays the Picture Quality mode of the stored
VGA F I NE image. There are 2 modes available:
10 / 100 FINE and STD (standard) (in order of quality)
(墌 pg. 17)
4 • Appears during shooting.
• Blinks when a memory card is not loaded.
(墌 pg. 28)
5 Displays the number of images that have
already been shot. (墌 pg. 28)
6 Displays the total number of shots that can
be stored, including those already taken.
(墌 pg. 28)
EN 89
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Both Video And D.S.C. Recording
9 0
1 !
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2 PHOTO
3
4
5 3
6
7
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JAN 1 0 ’ 0 1
8 1 0 : 0 0 AM
$ #
1 Appears when the Power Switch 9 Approximate zoom ratio: Appears during
is set to “ ”. (墌 pg. 18) zooming. (墌 pg. 21)
2 Appears when “GAIN UP” is set to “AUTO” and 0 Appears during zooming.
the shutter speed is automatically adjusted. Zoom level indicator (墌 pg. 21)
(墌 pg. 41)
3 Appears when the optional flash attached to the ! Appears when taking a Snapshot. (墌 pg. 28, 52)
info-shoe is ready. @ • BRIGHT: Displays the brightness of the LCD
4 Appears when the white balance is adjusted. monitor or the viewfinder. (墌 pg. 20)
(墌 pg. 55) • EXPLOSION: Display the selected Digital
Sound Effect. (墌 pg. 56)
5 • : Appears when backlight compensation
is used. (墌 pg. 54) # Displays the date/time. (墌 pg. 13)
• ±: Appears when the exposure is adjusted. $ Appears when the focus is adjusted manually.
(墌 pg. 54) (墌 pg. 53)
6 Displays the selected Program AE with special
effects. (墌 pg. 48, 49)
7 Appears when the iris is locked. (墌 pg. 54)
8 Appears when Digital Image Stabiliser (“DIS”) is
engaged. (墌 pg. 41)
90 EN INDEX Indications (cont.)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During Video Playback
1 Displays the sound mode. (墌 pg. 44, 46)
2 Displays the Blank Search mode. (墌 pg. 26)
1 2 3 4 5 Displays the selected Digital Sound Effect.
(墌 pg. 32, 56)
1 2B I T / SOUND 1 S P 64 3 Displays the tape speed. (墌 pg. 15)
L 4 Appears while a tape is running.
MIC 4 : Playback
3 : Fast-Forward/Shuttle search
2 : Rewind/Shuttle search
B L ANK SEARCH 6 : Pause
64 : Forward slow-motion
16 : Reverse slow-motion
VO L UME
DEC 2 5 ’ 0 1 e : Audio Dubbing
20 : 21 : 25 1 0 : 0 0 AM 6e : Audio Dubbing Pause
5 Displays the sound input for Audio Dubbing.
(墌 pg. 66, 67)
8 7 6 6 Displays the date/time. (墌 pg. 44, 45)
7 BRIGHT : Displays the brightness of the
LCD monitor or the viewfinder.
(墌 pg. 20)
VOLUME : Displays the speaker or headphone
volume. (墌 pg. 23)
The level indicator moves.
8 Displays the time code. (墌 pg. 44, 45)
LCD Monitor/Viewfinder Indications During D.S.C. Playback

1 Displays the type of file (IMAGE/E-CLIP/
D. SOUND).
1 2 2 Displays the directory and file names. (Appears
only when displaying still imges.) (墌 pg. 30)
3 Displays the date. (Appears only when display-
IMAGE 100-0010 ing still imges.) (墌 pg. 30)
4 Displays the brightness of the LCD monitor or
the viewfinder. (墌 pg. 20)
The level indicator moves.
5 Displays the total number of stored files.
(墌 pg. 30)
6 Displays the index number of the file. (墌 pg. 30)
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EN 91
Warning Indications
Indications Function
Displays the battery remaining power.
Remaining power level: high
Remaining power level: exhausted
As the battery power comes close to nil, the battery indicator
blinks.
When the battery power is exhausted, power turns off automatically.
Appears when no tape is loaded. (墌 pg. 14)
Appears when the erase protection tab is set to “SAVE” while the Power
CHECK TAPE’S ERASE Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to
PROTECTION TAB
“VIDEO”. (墌 pg. 18)
Appears if dirt is detected on the heads during recording. Use an optional
HEAD CLEANING cleaning cassette. (墌 pg. 94)
REQUIRED USE
CLEANING CASSETTE
Appears if condensation occurs. When this indication is displayed, wait
more than 1 hour until condensation disappears.
CONDENSATION
OPERATION PAUSED
PLEASE WAIT
Appears if a tape is not loaded when the Recording Start/Stop Button or
TAPE! SNAPSHOT Button is pressed while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or
“ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch is set to “VIDEO”.
TAPE END Appears when the tape ends during recording or playback. (墌 pg. 77)
DIFFERENT Appears if a tape in another format is loaded.
FORMATTED TAPE
● Appears when the date/time is not set. (墌 pg. 13)
SET DATE/TIME! ● Appears when the built-in clock (lithium) battery is discharged and the
previously set date/time is erased. (墌 pg. 13)
Appears after power is turned on if the lens cover is not slid down.
LENS COVER
(墌 pg. 20)
Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
A. DUB ERROR! (墌 pg. 66)
A. DUB ERROR! ● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP
<CANNOT DUB mode. (墌 pg. 66)
ON A LP RECORDED ● Appears if Audio Dubbing is attempted on a tape recorded in 16-bit
TAPE>
<CANNOT DUB audio. (墌 pg. 66)
ON A 16BIT ● Appears if A. DUB (e) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
RECORDING> protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (墌 pg. 66)
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE
PROTECTION TAB> ● Appears if Audio Dubbing using Digital Sound Effects is attempted
<MEMORY CARD> when a memory card is not loaded. (墌 pg. 67)
Appears when the memory card’s memory is full and shooting is not
MEMORY IS FULL
possible.
Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a blank portion of a tape.
INSERT ERROR!
(墌 pg. 68)

92 EN INDEX Indications (cont.)
Indications Function
INSERT ERROR! ● Appears if Insert Editing is attempted on a tape recorded in the LP
<CANNOT EDIT mode. (墌 pg. 68)
ON A LP RECORDED
TAPE> ● Appears if INSERT (w) on the remote control is pressed when the erase
<CHECK TAPE’S ERASE protection tab is set to “SAVE”. (墌 pg. 68)
PROTECTION TAB>
● Appears if dubbing of copyguarded signals is attempted while this
camcorder is being used as a recorder.
● Appears in the following cases when dubbing from a tape to a memory
card (as digital stills or video clips):
COPYING FAILED – when no memory card is loaded.
– when the memory card's memory is full.
– when the memory card is not formatted.
– when a copy-protected SD Memory Card is loaded. (墌 pg. 60, 61)
Appears if a memory card is not loaded when SNAPSHOT is pressed
MEMORY CARD! while the Power Switch is set to “ ” or “ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch is set to “MEMORY”. (墌 pg. 28)
Appears when there is a problem with a memory card and its memory is
PLEASE corrupt, or it has not been initialized. Initialize the memory card.
FORMAT (墌 pg. 38)
● Appears when the Power Switch is set to “ ” and the VIDEO/MEMORY
Switch is set to “MEMORY” if there are no image files stored in the memory
card.
NO FILES STORED ● Appears if there are no video clip files stored in the memory card when
the video clip mode is engaged by pressing the SET/SELECT button.
● Appears after a memory card is initialized.
Appears if there are no sound files stored in the memory card when the
NO SOUND FILES sound effect mode is engaged by pressing the SET/SELECT button or
D.SOUND is pressed during video recording.
Appears when a file in a format other than MP3 for digital sound or DCF
Unsupported file!
for image is selected.
E01 — E06 The error indications (E01 — E06) show what type of malfunction has
UNIT IN SAFEGUARD occured. When an error indication appears, the camcorder turns off
MODE REMOVE AND automatically. Remove the power supply (battery, etc.) and wait a few
REATTACH BATTERY minutes for the indication to clear. When it does, you can resume using
the camcorder. If the indication remains, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
Appears when the camcorder takes more than 60 seconds to recognize
the loaded memory card. Remove the memory card once and insert it
CARD ERROR! again. Repeat these procedures until no indication appears. If the
indication still appears, the memory card is corrupted.
CHECK CARD'S WRITE Appears when you attempt to shoot digital still images while a copy-
PROTECTION SWITCH protected SD Memory Card is loaded.
CAUTIONS EN 93
When using the AC Power Adapter/Charger in .... do not expose the battery to temperatures
areas other than the USA exceeding 60°C (140°F), as this may cause the
䡲 The provided AC Power Adapter/Charger features battery to overheat, explode or catch fire.
automatic voltage selection in the AC range from .... use only specified chargers.
110 V to 240 V. 2. To prevent damage and prolong service life . . .
USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER .... do not subject to unnecessary shock.
In case of connecting the unit’s power cord to an .... charge in an environment where temperatures
AC wall outlet other than American National are within the tolerances shown in the chart
Standard C73 series type use an AC plug adapter, below. This is a chemical reaction type
called a “Siemens Plug”, as shown. battery—cooler temperatures impede chemical
For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC reaction, while warmer temperatures can
dealer. prevent complete charging.
.... store in a cool, dry place. Extended exposure
Plug adapter to high temperatures will increase natural
discharge and shorten service life.
.... fully charge and then fully discharge the
battery every 6 months when storing the
battery pack over a long period time.
.... remove from charger or powered unit when
not in use, as some machines use current even
General Battery Precautions when switched off.
If the remote control is not functioning even if it is NOTES:
being operated correctly, the batteries are ex- ● It is normal for the battery pack to be warm after
hausted. Replace them with fresh ones. charging, or after use.
Use only the following batteries: AAA (R03) size x 2 Temperature Range Specifications
Please make note of the following rules for battery Charging ............. 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
use. When misused, the batteries can leak or Operation ........... 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
explode. Storage ............... –10°C to 30°C (14°F to 86°F)
1. When replacing batteries, refer to page 62. ● Recharging time is based on room temperature of
2. Do not use any different size of batteries from those 20°C (68°F).
specified. ● The lower the temperature, the longer recharging
takes.
3. Be sure to install batteries in the correct direction.
4. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
5. Do not expose the batteries to excessive heat as Cassettes
they can leak or explode. To properly use and store your cassettes, be sure to
6. Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire. read the following cautions:
7. Remove the batteries from the unit if it is to be 1. During use . . .
stored for an extended period to avoid battery .... make sure the cassette bears the Mini DV mark.
leakage which can cause malfunctions. .... be aware that recording onto prerecorded
8. Do not recharge the provided batteries. tapes automatically erases the previously
recorded video and audio signals.
.... make sure the cassette is positioned properly
Battery Packs when inserting.
The supplied battery pack is .... do not load and unload the cassette
a lithium-ion battery. Before repeatedly without allowing the tape to run at all.
using the supplied battery This slackens the tape and can result in damage.
pack or an optional battery .... do not open the front tape cover. This exposes
pack, be sure to read the Terminals the tape to fingerprints and dust.
following cautions: 2. Store cassettes . . .
1. To avoid hazards . . . .... away from heaters or other heat sources.
.... do not burn. .... out of direct sunlight.
.... do not short-circuit the terminals. When .... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary
transporting, make sure the provided battery shock or vibration.
cap is attached to the battery. If the battery cap .... where they won’t be exposed to strong
is misplaced, carry the battery in a plastic bag. magnetic fields (such as those generated by
.... do not modify or disassemble. motors, transformers or magnets).
.... vertically, in their original cases.
94 EN CAUTIONS (cont.)
.... in places subject to excessive shock or vibration.
Memory Cards .... near a television set.
To properly use and store your memory cards, be .... near appliances generating strong magnetic or
sure to read the following cautions: electric fields (speakers, broadcasting anten-
1. During use . . . nas, etc.).
.... make sure the memory card bears the SD or .... in places subject to extremely high (over 40°C
MultiMediaCard mark. or 104°F) or extremely low (under 0°C or 32°F)
.... make sure the memory card is positioned temperatures.
properly when inserting. 3. DO NOT leave the unit . . .
2. While the memory card is being accessed (during .... in places of over 50°C (122°F).
recording, playback, deletion, initialization, etc.) . . . .... in places where humidity is extremely low
.... never unload the memory card and never turn (below 35%) or extremely high (above 80%).
off the camcorder. .... in direct sunlight.
3. Store memory cards . . . .... in a closed car in summer.
.... away from heaters or other heat sources. .... near a heater.
.... out of direct sunlight. 4. To protect the unit, DO NOT . . .
.... where they won’t be subject to unnecessary .... allow it to become wet.
shock or vibration. .... drop the unit or strike it against hard objects.
.... where they won’t be exposed to strong .... subject it to shock or excessive vibration
magnetic fields (such as those generated by during transportation.
motors, transformers or magnets). .... keep the lens directed at extremely bright
objects for long periods.
.... expose the lens to direct sunlight.
LCD Monitor .... carry it by holding the LCD monitor or the
1. To prevent damage to the LCD monitor, viewfinder.
DO NOT . . . .... swing it excessively when using the hand strap
.... push it strongly or apply any shocks. or the grip.
.... place the camcorder with the LCD monitor on .... swing the soft camera case excessively when
the bottom. the camcorder is inside it.
2. To prolong service life . . . 5. Dirty heads can cause the following problems:
.... avoid rubbing it with coarse cloth.
3. Be aware of the following phenomena for LCD
monitor use.
These are not malfunctions:
•While using the camcorder, the surface around
the LCD monitor and/or the back of the LCD
monitor may heat up.
•If you leave power on for a long time, the
surface around the LCD monitor becomes hot. •No picture during playback.
•Blocks of noise appear during playback.
Main Unit •During recording, the Head Clog Warning
indicator “ ” appears.
1. For safety, DO NOT . . .
.... open the camcorder’s chassis. In such cases, use an optional cleaning cassette.
.... disassemble or modify the unit. Insert it and play back. If the cassette is used
.... short-circuit the terminals of the battery pack. more than once consecutively, damage to the
Keep it away from metallic objects when not in video heads may result. After the camcorder
use. plays back for about 20 seconds, it stops
.... allow inflammables, water or metallic objects automatically. Also refer to the cleaning cassette’s
to enter the unit. instructions.
.... remove the battery pack or disconnect the If, after using the cleaning cassette, the problems
power supply while the power is on. still exist, consult your nearest JVC dealer.
.... leave the battery pack attached when the Mechanical moving parts used to move the video
camcorder is not in use. heads and video tape tend to become dirty and
2. Avoid using the unit . . . worn out over time. In order to maintain a clear
.... in places subject to excessive humidity or dust. picture at all times, periodic check-ups are
.... in places subject to soot or steam such as near recommended after using the unit for about
a cooking stove. 1,000 hours. For periodic check-ups please
consult your nearest JVC dealer.
EN 95
How To Handle A CD-ROM Declaration of Conformity
•Take care not to soil or scratch the mirror surface Model Number : GR-DVP3U
(opposite to the printed surface). Do not write Trade Name : JVC
anything or put a sticker on either the front or Responsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP.
back surface. If the CD-ROM gets dirty, gently Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne,
wipe it with a soft cloth outward from the center N. J. 07470
hole using a circular motion. Telephone Number : 973-315–5000
•Do not use conventional disc cleaners or cleaning This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules.
spray. Operation is subject to the following two
•Do not bend the CD-ROM or touch its mirror conditions:
surface. (1) This device may not cause harmful
•Do not store your CD-ROM in a dusty, hot or interference, and (2) this device must accept
humid environment. Keep it away from direct any interference received, including interfer-
sunlight. ence that may cause undesired operation.
Change or modifications not approved by the

About moisture condensation . . . party responsible for compliance could void the
● You have observed that pouring a cold liquid user’s authority to operate the equipment. This
into a glass will cause drops of water to form equipment has been tested and found to
on the glass’ outer surface. This same comply with the limits for a Class B digital
phenomenon occurs on the head drum of a device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
camcorder when it is moved from a cool These limits are designed to provide reasonable
place to a warm place, after heating a cold protection against harmful interference in a
room, under extremely humid conditions or residential installation. This equipment
in a place directly subjected to the cool air generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
from an air conditioner. energy and, if not installed and used in
● Moisture on the head drum can cause severe accordance with the instructions, may cause
damage to the video tape, and can lead to harmful interference to radio communications.
internal damage to the camcorder itself. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to
Serious malfunctioning radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and
If malfunctioning occurs, stop using the unit on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
immediately and consult your local JVC dealer. interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equip-
The camcorder is a microcomputer-controlled
ment and receiver.
device. External noise and interference (from a
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
TV, a radio, etc.) might prevent it from function-
circuit different from that to which the
ing properly. In such cases, first disconnect its
receiver is connected.
power supply unit (battery pack, AC Power
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
Adapter/Charger, etc.) and wait a few minutes
TV technician for help.
and then re-connect it and proceed as usual
from the beginning.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with

Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
96 EN TERMS
A F
AC Power Adapter/Charger ................. 墌 pg. 10, 11 Fade-In/Out ........................................ 墌 pg. 50, 51
Animation ................................................ 墌 pg. 41 Fast-Forward The Tape .............................. 墌 pg. 23
Audio Dubbing ......................................... 墌 pg. 66 5-Second Recording Mode ....................... 墌 pg. 47
Auto Date ................................................. 墌 pg. 43 Frame-By-Frame Playback ........................ 墌 pg. 64
Auto Focus ................................................ 墌 pg. 53
Auto Playback ........................................... 墌 pg. 30
G
Auto Shut off ....................................... 墌 pg. 20, 29 Gain Up .................................................... 墌 pg. 41
Grip Adjustment ........................................ 墌 pg. 12
B
Backlight Compensation ........................... 墌 pg. 54
I
Battery Low ............................................... 墌 pg. 91 Icons ................................................. 墌 pg. 41 – 43
Battery Pack .................................. 墌 pg. 10, 11, 93 Image Size Mode ...................................... 墌 pg. 17
Beep ......................................................... 墌 pg. 42 Index Playback ......................................... 墌 pg. 32
Blank Search ............................................. 墌 pg. 26 Index Screen ............................................. 墌 pg. 31
Brighten The LCD Monitor ........................ 墌 pg. 20 Initialize A Memory Card .......................... 墌 pg. 38
Built-in Clock's Lithium Battery ................. 墌 pg. 13 Insert Editing ............................................. 墌 pg. 68
Interface Shooting ..................................... 墌 pg. 21
C Iris ............................................................ 墌 pg. 54
Channels (Left/Right) ................................. 墌 pg. 46 Iris Lock .................................................... 墌 pg. 54
Charge The Battery Pack ........................... 墌 pg. 10
Cinema ..................................................... 墌 pg. 42
J
Classic Film .............................................. 墌 pg. 49 Journalistic Shooting ................................. 墌 pg. 21
Clean The Camcorder ............................... 墌 pg. 84 Jump Playback .......................................... 墌 pg. 32
Connections .... 墌 pg. 10, 11, 24, 58, 59, 70, 74, 75 L
D LCD monitor/Viewfinder
Darken The LCD Monitor ......................... 墌 pg. 20 Indications ...................................... 墌 pg. 88 – 92
Date/Time Display ............................ 墌 pg. 43 – 45 Load A Tape .............................................. 墌 pg. 14
Date/Time Settings .................................... 墌 pg. 13 M
Deleting Files ...................................... 墌 pg. 34, 35
Manual Focus ........................................... 墌 pg. 53
Demonstration Mode ............................ 墌 pg. 8, 42
Memory Card ...................................... 墌 pg. 16, 94
Digital Sound Effect .................................. 墌 pg. 56
Menu Screen, CAMERA ............................ 墌 pg. 41
Digital Zoom ...................................... 墌 pg. 21, 41
Menu Screen, DISPLAY ....................... 墌 pg. 43, 45
DIS (Digital Image Stabiliser) ..................... 墌 pg. 41
Menu Screen, DSC .................................... 墌 pg. 43
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) ...... 墌 pg. 36, 37
Menu Screen, MANUAL ..................... 墌 pg. 41, 42
Dubbing ........................................... 墌 pg. 58 – 61
Menu Screen, MEMORY ..................... 墌 pg. 33, 45
E Menu Screen, SYSTEM ...................... 墌 pg. 42 – 45
E-Mail Clip Recording ............................... 墌 pg. 61 Menu Screen, VIDEO ................................ 墌 pg. 44
Erase Protection ........................................ 墌 pg. 14 Monotone ................................................. 墌 pg. 49
Exposure Control ...................................... 墌 pg. 54 Motor Drive Mode .................................... 墌 pg. 52
MultiMediaCard .................................. 墌 pg. 16, 94
N
Night-Alive ............................................... 墌 pg. 48
EN 97
P T
Picture Quality Mode ................................ 墌 pg. 17 Tally .................................................... 墌 pg. 20, 42
Picture Wipe/Dissolve ......................... 墌 pg. 50, 51 Tele Macro ................................................ 墌 pg. 41
Playback Special Effects ............................ 墌 pg. 65 Time Code .................................. 墌 pg. 22, 43 – 45
Playback Zoom ......................................... 墌 pg. 64 Tripod Mounting ....................................... 墌 pg. 12
Power Switch Position .............................. 墌 pg. 18 Twilight ..................................................... 墌 pg. 49
Printer ....................................................... 墌 pg. 75
Program AE With Special Effects ......... 墌 pg. 48, 49
U
Protecting Files ......................................... 墌 pg. 33 Unload A Tape .......................................... 墌 pg. 14
Provided Accessories .................................. 墌 pg. 6 V
R VIDEO/MEMORY Switch .......................... 墌 pg. 18
Random Assemble Editing ................. 墌 pg. 69 – 73 Video Echo ............................................... 墌 pg. 49
Record-Standby ........................................ 墌 pg. 20 Viewfinder Adjustment .............................. 墌 pg. 12
Recording Mode ....................................... 墌 pg. 15 W
Remote Control ......................................... 墌 pg. 62
White Balance .......................................... 墌 pg. 55
Reset ......................................................... 墌 pg. 43
Wide Mode ............................................... 墌 pg. 42
Rewind The Tape ...................................... 墌 pg. 23
Wind Cut .................................................. 墌 pg. 42
S Wipe In/Out ........................................ 墌 pg. 50, 51
SD Memory Card ................................ 墌 pg. 16, 94 Z
Self-Recording .......................................... 墌 pg. 21
Zooming ................................................... 墌 pg. 21
Sepia ......................................................... 墌 pg. 49
Set Remote Control/VCR Code .................. 墌 pg. 69
Shuttle Search ........................................... 墌 pg. 23
Shutter Speed ............................................ 墌 pg. 49
Slow-Motion Playback .............................. 墌 pg. 64
Slow Shutter .............................................. 墌 pg. 48
Snapshot ............................................. 墌 pg. 28, 52
Snapshot Mode ................................... 墌 pg. 28, 52
Snow ........................................................ 墌 pg. 49
Sound Mode ................................. 墌 pg. 41, 44, 46
Speaker Volume ........................................ 墌 pg. 23
Specifications ...................................... 墌 pg. 98, 99
Sports ........................................................ 墌 pg. 49
Spotlight ................................................... 墌 pg. 49
Squeeze .................................................... 墌 pg. 42
Still Playback ............................................ 墌 pg. 23
Strobe ....................................................... 墌 pg. 49
98 EN SPECIFICATIONS
Camcorder
For General
Power supply : DC 6.3 V (Using AC Power Adapter/Charger)
DC 7.2 V (Using battery pack)
Power consumption
LCD monitor off, viewfinder on : Approx. 4.1 W
LCD monitor on, viewfinder off : Approx. 5.0 W
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 43 mm x 115 mm x 80 mm (1-3/4" x 4-9/16" x 3-3/16")
(with the LCD monitor closed and the viewfinder pushed back in)
Weight : Approx. 340 g (0.75 lbs)
(without grip belt, battery and cassette)
Approx. 410 g (0.91 lbs)
(incl. grip belt, battery and cassette)
Operating temperature : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity : 35% to 80%
Storage temperature : –20°C to 50°C (–4°F to 122°F)
Pickup : 1/4" CCD
Lens : F 1.8, f = 3.7 mm to 37 mm, 10:1 power zoom lens
(It is not possible to attach any lens filter or conversion lens.)
LCD monitor : 2" diagonally measured, LCD panel/TFT active matrix system
Viewfinder : Electronic viewfinder with 0.44" color LCD
Speaker : Monaural
For Digital Video Camera
Format : DV format (SD mode)
Signal format : NTSC standard
Recording/Playback format : Video: Digital component recording
: Audio: PCM digital recording, 32 kHz 4-channel (12-bit),
48 kHz 2-channel (16-bit)
Cassette : Mini DV cassette
Tape speed : SP: 18.8 mm/s
LP: 12.5 mm/s
Maximum recording time : SP: 80 min.
(using 80 min. cassette) LP: 120 min.
For Digital Still Camera
Storage media : SD Memroy Card/MultiMediaCard
Compression system : Still image : JPEG (compatible)
Moving image : MPEG4 (compatible)
File size : 2 modes (XGA: 1024 x 768 pixels/VGA: 640 x 480 pixels)
Picture quality : 2 modes (FINE/STANDARD)
Approximate number of storable images
(with the provided memory card [8 MB], with Sound Effects pre-stored)
FINE : 37 (VGA), 16 (XGA)
STANDARD : 105 (VGA), 51 (XGA)
For other memory cards, see pg. 17.
EN 99
For Connectors
AV
Video output : 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog
Audio output : 300 mV (rms), 1 kΩ, analog, stereo
DV
Input/output : 4-pin, IEEE 1394 compliant
AC Power Adapter/Charger AA-V100U

Power requirement
U.S.A. and Canada : AC 120 V`, 60 Hz
Other countries : AC 110 V to 240 V`, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Power consumption : 23 W
Output
Charge : DC 7.2 V , 1.2 A
VTR : DC 6.3 V , 1.8 A
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 68 mm x 44 mm x 110 mm (2-11/16" x 1-3/4" x 4-3/8")
Docking Station CU-V507U

For General
Dimensions (W x H x D) : 48.4 mm x 36 mm x 79 mm (1-15/16" x 1-7/16" x 3-1/8")
For Connectors
PHONE
Headphone output : ø3.5 mm, stereo
USB : TYPE B
S-VIDEO OUT : Y: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog output
C: 0.29 V (p-p), 75 Ω, analog output
EDIT : ø3.5 mm, 2-pole
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise indicated. E & O.E. Design and specifications subject
to change without notice.
EN
GR-DVP3
VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED
Printed in Japan
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VIDEO RECORDING &

GR-DVP3 VIDEO PLAYBACK ............... 23 – 26

DIGITAL STILL CAMERA (D.S.C.)

For Customer Use:

Using This Instruction Manual

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an CAUTIONS:

Before recording an important scene . . .

IMPORTANT PRODUCT 5. Ventilation

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

• Docking Station • AC Power Adapter/Charger • Battery Pack

• Remote Control Unit • DC Cord • AAA (R03) Battery x 2

• Memory Card 8 MB • CD-ROM • Editing Cable

• Audio/Video Cable • Grip Belt •Strap

1 Make sure you unplug the camcorder’s DC cord from

For other notes, 墌 pg. 77

ATTENTION: Battery pack LCD monitor on/ LCD monitor off/

1 Loosen the belt.

3 Adjust your thumb and fingers through the grip, to

Lock Button 2 Pull out the viewfinder fully.

3 Turn the Diopter Adjustment Control until the

Power Switch 1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down

2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

END Built-in Clock’s Rechargeable Lithium Battery

1 Slide down and hold OPEN/EJECT in the direction

2 Insert or remove a tape and press “PUSH HERE” to

Erase protection tab*

Approximate recording time

* To Protect Valuable Recordings . . . Recording mode

Be sure to press only the section labeled

2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

Lock Button 3 Press + or – to select “ CAMERA” and press SET/

1 Make sure the camcorder’s power is off.

2 Open the card cover (MEMORY CARD).

4 Close the card cover.

To Unload A Memory Card . . .

... slide the erase protection tab on the side

1 Set the Power Switch to “ ” while pressing down the

2 Press MENU. The Menu Screen appears.

4 Press + or – to select “QUALITY” and press SET/

Image Size Mode Setting

composition of the subjects in the images

480 pixels and they are converted and

Image Size/Picture MultiMediaCard SD Memory Card

When the Power Switch is set to “ ”,

1 Slide down the lens cover while pressing down the

Lock Button 2 Set the VIDEO/MEMORY Switch to “VIDEO”, then

Tally lamp (Lights

For other notes, 墌 pg. 77

For other notes, 墌 pg. 77

Recording From The Middle Of A Tape

When a blank portion is recorded on a tape

Tape Already recorded scene Blank Newly recorded scene

Shooting start point Shooting stop point Shooting start point

Tape Already recorded scene New scene Latest scene

Shooting start point Shooting start point Shooting start point

To Control The Speaker Volume . . .

Still Playback: Pauses during playback.

Shuttle Search: Allows high-speed search in either direction.

Slow-Motion Playback, Frame-By-Frame Playback, Playback Zoom and

A. Connection to a TV or VCR equipped only with A/V input connectors